UNUSUAL SCOTTISH RAM'S HORN SNUFF MULL, "HOOF" SHAPED BRASS MOUNTED TOP, c. 1820

Description

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This listing is for a wonderful early 19th Century antique Scottish brass mounted Ram's Horn Snuff Mull with unusual "foof" shape, c. 1820.
The body is made from a natural ram's horn with beautiful dark brown coloration in the horn. Mounted with brass decoration on top end and lid with medallion engraved "R.H.". The brass has not been polished and has its naturally aged patina. The hinge is tight, original cork inside lid. Unmarked.
Measures 2" high, 4 1/8" long and 2 1/8" wide.
The mull is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use. There is a natural crack in horn on the lower body near top and under hinge and small chip on bottom right edge (see photos). No other noted damage or flaws.
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