Brass bucket shaped mortar with double handles and band in center with double pestle that has engraved lines and banded in center, 1850

Item

Identifier: SC002.0021

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Brass bucket shaped mortar with double handles and band in center with double pestle that has engraved lines and banded in center.

Abstract

Brass bucket shaped mortar with double handles and band in center with double pestle that has engraved lines and banded in center. 5 1/4" height and 5 5/8" diameter and pestle is 8 1/2" length. European circa 1850.

Dates

1850

Conditions Governing Use

Images may be downloaded and/or used for non-commercial use with attribution. For any other purpose, please contact Creighton's University Archivist (archives@creighton.edu; 402.280.2216) to request permission. Whenever used, please credit "Dr. Sidney Stohs Mortar and Pestle Collection, Special Collections, Creighton University."

Extent

1.33 Linear Feet ; Mortar Height, Diameter, Width at Handles: 13.3cm, 14.6cm, 15.7cm (5.19in, 5.69in, 5.19in) Pestle Length, Diameter: 21.9cm, 3.9cm (8.54in, 1.52in)