Bone mechanical pocket tool accessory with hunting scene, 1870s-1880s

Object/Artifact

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Alameda Museum & Meyers House and Gardens

Name/Title

Bone mechanical pocket tool accessory with hunting scene, 1870s-1880s

Entry/Object ID

1993.14.63

Description

Acc. No. 93.14.63 Subject Category: Accessories Date or Period: C - 1870's - 1880's Object: Mechanical pocket accessory. Description: Pocket accessory, of carved bone or ivory consisting of riveted oblong case with letter opener, ear wax remover, and fingernail cleaner. Motif of deer being chased by hunting dog on upper side of case. Size: L - 2 2/4 inches. History of Object: Pocket accessory in scrimshaw work owned by the Toye family, early residents of the East end. Acquired from: Estate of Adeline T. Cox Date: 7-12-1993