Artist
Unknown American
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Matchsafe
Datelate 19th century
PlaceUnited States
MediumSilver and other metals
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 × 1 3/8 × 1/2 in. (6.1 × 3.6 × 1.3 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Mary Beth Baird
Object number2004.1346
Not on view
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