Snuffbox

Name/Title

Snuffbox

Description

A flattened oval container with lid attached by brass hinge. Original finish was dark brown or black.

Use

Holds snuff, a type of finely-ground, scented tobacco meant to be inhaled through the nose instead of smoked.

Collection

Found In Collection

Acquisition

Accession

1982.009

Acquisition Method

Found in Collection

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Oct 15, 2000

Create Date

October 15, 2000

Update Date

August 13, 2026