Snuff Box
Description
Rectangular black tortoiseshell snuffbox with peach-colored lining and gold trim.
Creator
Date
circa 1812-1814
Materials
Tortoiseshell, gold, silk
Dimensions
2.5 L x 0.5 W x 0.625 D inches
Object ID
1954.88.1
Resource ID
11811
Notes
Matilda O'Neill (1796-1867) received this tortoise shell box from British Admiral Sir George Cockburn (1772-1853) aboard the H. M. frigate "Maidstone," where her father, John O'Neill (1768-1838) was being held prisoner in the War of 1812. Cockburn is said to have given it to her as reward for her bravery when she negotiated for her father's release.
Credit Line
Bequest of Mrs. Grace W. Sweeney, through her nephew, Rev. Francis F. Lynch
Digital Publisher
Digital resource provided by the Maryland Center for History and Culture
Rights
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