RecordSnuff mull, of Parliament House Friendly Society< 1 of 1 > Back
Snuff mull, of Parliament House Friendly SocietyA snuff mull is a container for snuff. This silver-mounted horn example, dating from around 1797, is of the Parliament House Friendly Society. It was probably circulated round the dinner table for communal use by club members. The silver lid is inscribed 'Parliament House/Friendly Society/Instituted 11th February 1797'. The 18th century saw a huge increase in snuff-taking in Scotland. Snuff mulls were made of various materials such as silver, horn, ivory and ebony. Curly sheep or cow horns were commonly used to make mulls. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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