Powder-horn, owned by Campbell of Glenlyon

This left-handed powder-horn is said to have belonged to Campbell of Glenlyon. It dates from the late 17th century.

The horn is incised with a thistle, a rose and a tulip. The decoration, representing Scotland, England and Orange, must date from after 1688, when William of Orange came to the throne.

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Online ID:	000-100-000-842-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.LK 64
Date:	Late 17th century
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Dimensions:	286 mm L
What:	Powderhorn
Subject:	Powder horns (NMAS Classification)
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Description:	Flat, left handed powder-horn, incised with a thistle, a rose and a leek
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