Canister
Maker
Unknown
Daten. d.
Mediumtin
Dimensions4 5/8 × 3 1/2 × 3 1/2 inches (11.7 × 8.9 × 8.9 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. John W. Sheppard.
Object number1956.5.5.1
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CopyrightThe images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextSuch was the popularity of nutmeg well into the 19th Century that Dickens carried a monogrammed nutmeg grater in his waistcoat. The spice was routinely used to flavor adult beverages.