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1964.3230.18
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Wood and glass inkwell, 1854

Arthur Denny gave this inkwell to his brother David. It was used in the first territorial legislature of Washington in 1854.
ID Number: 1964.3230.18
Date: 1854
Physical Description: 1 Inkwell; wood, glass; 2.675 in.H x 4.375 in.Diam
Credit: MOHAI, 1964.3230.18
Subjects: Washington Territory, European American Settlement, Government and Public Services

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