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19th Century Scottish Horn Snuff Mull
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19th Century Scottish Horn Snuff Mull

19th century
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A good 19th century Scottish horn snuff mull with hinged lid retaining the original cork. There is an unusual dispensing mechanism which deposits a measured quantity of snuff, when swivelled open.

A great item in excellent undamaged condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

William Rand Antiques has dated this Scottish Horn Snuff Mull to the 19th Century.

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SA1069687
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Description
A good 19th century Scottish horn snuff mull with hinged lid retaining the original cork.
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There is an unusual dispensing mechanism which deposits a measured quantity of snuff, when swivelled open.
William Rand Antiques

A great item in excellent undamaged condition.

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Scottish Horn Snuff Mull to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1069687
William Rand Antiques
William Rand Antiques
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A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown.
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Archive I A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown.

19th Century Scottish Horn Snuff Mull

Archive II A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown. View II
Archive III A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown. View VIII
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William Rand Antiques

William Rand Antiques
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3 Water Street
Ramsey
Isle of Man
IM8 1JP
United Kingdom
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William Rand Antiques
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A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown.
19th Century Scottish Horn Snuff Mull
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A 19th-century Scottish horn snuff mull crafted from polished natural horn with tonal variation from honey yellow to dark brown.
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  • ObjectSnuff Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialHorn, Metal
  • ColourHoney Yellow, Black
  • MotifsCurved horn body, metal pin fastening, polished finish, brass eyelet
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This 19th-century Victorian Scottish horn snuff mull belongs to the Highland Hunting Lodge style. The piece consists of a curved horn body with a polished finish displaying tonal variation from honey yellow through dark brown to black, fitted with a hinged lid holding the original cork. Visible details comprise a metal pin fastening, a small brass eyelet near the narrow end, a protruding swivel dispensing mechanism, and a small dark circular inlay or pin on the upper surface. The object measures 4 cm high, 10 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. Such a compact antique item suits display on a bookshelf within a study or living area as a decorative cabinet piece or collector's item.

FAQs

A Scottish horn snuff mull is a traditional vessel crafted from animal horn, historically used to carry and preserve finely ground tobacco. Popularised in Scotland during the 18th and 19th centuries, these personal accessories vary from simple pocket-sized items to elaborate tabletop pieces.

Snuff mulls were primarily fashioned from natural cow or ram horn, hardwood, or bone. Lids and mountings frequently incorporated silver, brass, pewter, or carved horn held with small metal pins.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-carved construction, natural surface wear, micro-crazing in the horn structure, and aged patina on the metal mountings and pins rather than modern adhesive bonding.

Compact decorative objects like snuff mulls are ideal for display inside glass cabinets, arranged on bookshelf trays, or incorporated into study desk vignettes alongside leather and brass accessories.

Keep organic horn items away from extreme moisture, heat sources, and direct sunlight to prevent warping or cracking. Dust lightly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and avoid chemical liquid cleaners.
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