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Rush Light Holder

CultureAmerican
Date17th century
MediumIron and wood
DimensionsOverall: 10 1/4 inches (26.04 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number56-68/1
On View
Not on view
DescriptionSet in truncated wooden pyramid, vertical iron shaft with short, swiveling scissor-like arm having flat spiral end.
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