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Gift of Harold J. Olmsted, 2014.144.3 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Snuff Box
Gift of Harold J. Olmsted, 2014.144.3 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Snuff Box

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Silas Olmsted
Mediumwood
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width x depth): 1/2 × 2 5/8 × 1 5/8in. (1.3 × 6.7 × 4.1cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Harold J. Olmsted
DescriptionWooden snuff box belonging to Silas Olmsted (1780-1874). Hinge is wood. Rounded edges with rectangular inset for opening.
Object number2014.144.3
Subject Terms
    On View
    Not on view
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    eMuseum
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