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Butter mold

Butter mold
Object name 
Butter mold
Date 
ca. 1825-1875
Medium 
Wood
Dimensions 
Overall: 3 3/4 x 2 1/2 in. ( 9.5 x 6.4 cm )
Description 
Treenware butter mold with circular stamp carved with two acorns and leaves; cylindrical plunger handle extends from stamp; handle pierces through circular cover.
Object Number 
Z.163
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.