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Mother of Pearl Letter Opener
Mother of Pearl Letter Opener
Mother of Pearl Letter Opener

Mother of Pearl Letter Opener

Manufacturer / Maker
Dateca. 1890
Mediummother of pearl, metal
Dimensions3 3/8 × 3/8 × 1/4 in. (8.6 × 1 × 0.6 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Sarah Louise Cook via Albuquerque Historical Society
Object numberPC1969.4.90
DescriptionSmall mother-of-pearl letter opener, with small grooves running diagonally across the inside of the handle. This letter opener has a similar shape to a kitchen knife, as the piece mostly consists of a handle and a large blade.
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Not on view
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