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Bronze mortar and pestle with repeating shell and urn design on side, 1775

 Item
Identifier: SC002.0004

Abstract

Bronze mortar and pestle with repeating shell and urn design on side. 2 1/2" height and 4 1/8" diameter on mortar and 6 7/8" length on banded pestle. European circa 1775.

Dates

  • 1775

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

.75 Linear Feet ; Mortar Height, Diameter: 6.3cm, 10.15cm (2.46in, 4.00in) Pestle Length, Diameter: 17.93cm, 3.6cm (6.99in, 1.4in)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Creighton University Libraries, Archives & Special Collections Repository

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