Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koopman, 1980.73.3.9 © 2009 The C ...

Hand Mirror

Original OwnerPossibly originally owned by Beatrice Fox (American, 1887 - 1968)

ManufacturerManufactured by Reeves & Browne (American, 1904 - 1915)

Datebefore 1904 - before 1914

Medium14 karat gold, mirror

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width x depth): 12 1/4 x 4 1/2 x 3/8in. (31.1 x 11.4 x 1cm)

ClassificationsMetalware

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koopman

Object number1980.73.3.9

DescriptionHand mirror in Heppelwhite pattern with mirror with beveled edge.

Collections

G. Fox & Co.

NotesMirror is possibly made of tin-mercury amalgam. Improper handling of historic mercury amalgam mirrors presents a potential risk for elemental mercury exposure. The tin-mercury amalgam from which these mirror were fabricated is inherently unstable and releases mercury liquid and vapor as it deteriorates.

Status

Not on view