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Pepper pot Silver
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Silver attributed to John Potwine, mid 18th century

10.5 cm H x 5.5 cm diameter


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[ This description is from the project: Object of History, 2013 Exhibit ]

Simple baluster-shaped canister with medium domed perforated lid, pressure-fit and having a small cast-silver finial of similar shape affixed at top. Belonged to John Hancock’s mother.