Object number
57/224
Description
Butter prints were used for leaving a hallmark of the place of origin on blocks of butter and often had symbolic designs. This round print is carved with a design of three vertical leaves in the centre and a patterned border. It belonged to the donor's mother and grandmother, and probably dates from the 19th century.
Archival history
MERL ‘Associated information’ form – 'Belonged to the owner's mother and possibly grandmother. // [pencil sketch]'
Production date
1800-01-01 - 1899-12-31
Production period
Nineteenth century
Object name
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