Tobacco Box
ca. 1775 (made)
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By the close of the 18th century, the habit of smoking tobacco was well established in England. Smoking accessories such as tobacco boxes made popular gifts. The arms of the City of York on this box suggest it was given to Charles Moss for service to the city.
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Materials and techniques | Raised brass, with copper case moulding |
Brief description | Brass, England, ca.1775 |
Physical description | Inscribed 'CHARLES MOSS YORK 1775' with the city arms |
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Credit line | Bequeathed by Ethel Gurney |
Summary | By the close of the 18th century, the habit of smoking tobacco was well established in England. Smoking accessories such as tobacco boxes made popular gifts. The arms of the City of York on this box suggest it was given to Charles Moss for service to the city. |
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Accession number | M.143-1939 |
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Record created | December 16, 2004 |
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