Collection Highlights
Receipted bill, John Vernon to Benjamin White
Date:
1794
Object Number:
MSS.3
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Gemstone in gift box
Object Number:
Z.2363ab
Date:
1875-1900
Medium:
Agate; cardboard, velvet
Dimensions:
overall (in box): 3/4 x 2 x 2 in. ( 1.9 x 5.1 x 5.1 cm )
Marks:
embossed: on seal, top of lid: "MERRY / CHRISTMAS"
Description:
Circular polished agate gemstone in square red cardboard gift box with "Merry Christmas" seal on top of hinged lid; inside of box lined with green velvet, fitted for stone.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
