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Object Name: Die

Date: 1800-1838

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Medium: Lead

Dimensions: Overall: 3/4 x 3/8 x 1/2 in. ( 1.9 x 1 x 1.3 cm )

Description: Rectangular lead die with engraved image of a stoneware two-handled jar.

Credit Line: Gift of Dr. John E. Stillwell

Object Number: 1925.53

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This die is part of a group that were in the possession of the Crolius pottery. Two of the dies - the potter at his wheel and the smoking kiln - were used in decorating the silk ribbon of the Potter's Society (see INV.4357).