Crucible

Crucible

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Description
This small white ceramic crucible came from the Draper family and may date from the mid-nineteenth century.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
Crucible
Object Type
Vessels
Measurements
overall: 38 mm x 42 mm; 1 1/2 in x 1 5/8 in
overall: 1 1/2 in x 1 5/8 in; 3.81 cm x 4.1275 cm
ID Number
CH.334005.095
catalog number
334005.095
accession number
304826
Credit Line
Gift of John William Christopher Draper and James Christopher Draper
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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