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Alexander Hamilton (1757-1804)
ca. 1793
1928.18
White marble
Related Person: Alexander Hamilton

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Candle snuffer

Candle snuffer
Object name 
Candle snuffer
Date 
1750-1780
Related People 
Possible Source: Elie Nadelman
Medium 
Brass
Dimensions 
Overall: 5 3/8 x 2 1/8 x 7/8 in. ( 13.7 x 5.4 x 2.2 cm )
Description 
Brass snuffer with ogee-shaped wick-end box, striated markings and continuous loop finger holes.
Object Number 
INV.6553
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.