Inkwell
Object number2017.14.1 a,b
Datec. 1865
MediumGlass; Lead(?); Ink
Credit LineGift of Ken Chute
DescriptionInkwell with metal screw-on lid.DimensionsHeight x Diameter (a,b together): 1.5 × 1.188 in. (3.8 × 3 cm)Height x Diameter (a): 1.5 × 1.188 in. (3.8 × 3 cm)
Height x Diameter (b): 0.375 × 1.188 in. (1 × 3 cm)
Marks(a)
"G" on underside.
Historical NotesInkwell carried by Samuel Marshall during the Civil War. Marshall was born in Allegheny City, Pennsylvania, and enlisted in the 139th Pennsylvania Infantry on August 18, 1862. His regiment mustered out on June 21, 1865.
Previous owner
Samuel Marshall
Related institution
139th Pennsylvania Infantry
Subjects
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L.G. Balfour Company
1879
1855-1865
c. 1860
c. 1860
C. and E. Marshall Company