Collection Highlights
Terms of Surrender
Date:
April 9, 1865
Object Number:
MSS.BV.Grant
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Powder flask
Object Number:
23/3
Date:
1840-1870
Medium:
Brass, iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 x 3 1/4 x 1 in. ( 20.3 x 8.3 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Brass and iron powder flask; pear-shaped with cylindrical mouthpiece at top of circular collar and hinged iron lever on side; stamped on front is forest scene, with pack of hounds, treed bear, and hunter in background.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
