Cigarette-Holder

Date1800-1900

MediumBone

ClassificationsStimulant/Narcotic Equipment

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Object numberC08794

DescriptionCigarette holder made of what is thought to be whale bone or baleen. Tube shaped and hollow.

Cigarette-holders were an important fashion accessory but also played a practical role. They prevented tobacco getting into the smokers mouth, kept the paper from ripping, and prevented nicotine staining to the smokers fingers.

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