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English Tortoiseshell Box
Located in New York, NY
English tortoiseshell box. Ovoid shaped lidded snuffbox with integral handle of richly patterned
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Early 1900s English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
1850's Tortoiseshell Box
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Small Silver and Tortoiseshell jewellery box, with the top of the lid and the bottom of the box
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate
1900's Tortoiseshell Box in the shape of a Book
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Tortoiseshell box in the shape of a small book, with silver hinges and locks. A small silver round
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Late 19th Century British Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver Plate
Tortoiseshell and Silver Box
Located in Tampa, FL
A very attractive tortoiseshell box with silver, on ivory ball feet. English hallmarks on sterling
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1880s English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
1906 Oval Tortoiseshell Dressing Table Box with Silver Hinges
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Very fine Tortoiseshell box, mounted with a virgin silver plaque, hallmarked silver hinges. Lined
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
Tortoiseshell Musical snuff box
Located in Zonhoven, BE
from 1 part).
The box is made of tortoiseshell and the lid depicts Apollo.
Because of the general
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1840s Swiss Victorian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Bronze, Iron, Cut Steel, Steel
1905 Tortoiseshell Card Box
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Small 1905 Tortoiseshell card box, with gilded gold lining and floral decoration. The dates 1860
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate
1893 Silver And Tortoiseshell Heart Shaped Box
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Silver and Tortoiseshell jewellery box in the shape of a heart with floral decoration on the lid
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Late 19th Century British Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Metal, Silver
Bruguier Tortoiseshell Swiss Fusée Singing Bird Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extremely rare, early Swiss automaton singing bird box by the famed Charles Bruguier is housed
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19th Century Swiss Louis XV Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Gold
Engraved Tortoiseshell Music Box with French Revolutionary Inscription
Located in London, GB
This finely engraved and inscribed tortoiseshell music box is a precious piece of French Revolution
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Early 19th Century French Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
1900's Tortoiseshell and Silver Pique Work Letter Box
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An early 20th century tortoiseshell and silver piqué work Letter Box. The sloping front is inset
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Early 20th Century British Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
1903 Tortoiseshell Jewellery Box with Silver Edges
By Grey & Co., Chester
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beautiful Tortoiseshell jewellery boxes with silver Edges and curved silver cable legs
The
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
1905 Edwardian Leather, Tortoiseshell and Silver Mounted Letter Box
Located in Morristown, NJ
1905, England, Unusual and striking Edwardian letter box with leather sides. The curved top and
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
A large Edwardian shaped rectangular silver and tortoiseshell piqué box
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A large Edwardian shaped rectangular silver and tortoiseshell piqué box, the hinged lid with a
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
Antique Edward Souter Barnsley & Co. Sterling Silver & Tortoiseshell Powder Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
An 1894 antique Edward Souter Barnsley & Co. sterling silver and tortoiseshell powder box decorated
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19th Century Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Composition of red tortoiseshell gold piqué-work box, 18th century
Located in Paris, FR
Circular box in composition of red tortoiseshell powder called "Indian red". Inlays of nets in the
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1750s French Louis XV Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Gold
Silver and Tortoiseshell Singing Bird Box by Bontems, circa 1900
By Bontems
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Singing bird box by bontems of Paris, Circa 1900. Tortoisesheel embellished with
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Early 1900s French Late Victorian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
19th Century Moorish Tortoiseshell and Bone Blue Velvet Lined Trinket Box
Located in High Wycombe, GB
19th Century Moorish Tortoiseshell and Bone Trinket Box, Lined with Blue Velvet.
Ideal for
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Mid-19th Century Moroccan Anglo-Indian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Bone, Tortoise Shell
H 1.97 in W 6.3 in D 5.12 in
Antique French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Tortoiseshell Patch or Rouge Box
Located in London, GB
A lovely little antique French Louis XV casket of scarlet tortoiseshell with superb ormolu mounts
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1760s French Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Ormolu
Montesquieu Portrait Tortoiseshell Snuff Box
By Jacques Joseph de Gault
Located in New Orleans, LA
tortoiseshell-lined snuff box. The handsome portrait was fashioned by the renowned Jacques-Joseph de Gault of
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Gold, Enamel
1900's Tortoiseshell Cigar Box
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Tortoiseshell cigar holder, with Japanese inspired decoration. Painted and inlaid with some losses
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Late 19th Century British Anglo-Japanese Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Brass
Antique Tortoiseshell singing bird box, by Bontems
Located in London, GB
A antique tortoiseshell singing bird box, by Bontems
Circa 1890,
Going-barrel movement,
Motor
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1890s French Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
French Tortoiseshell and Gold Inlaid Purse
Located in London, GB
A French Tortoiseshell and gold inlaid purse with red silk inner lining. A very pretty and unusual
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1880s French Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Gold
Mexican Tortoiseshell and Pen-Engraved Cabinet
Located in Mexico, DF
Mexican cabinet. Made of tortoiseshell, pen-engraved and wood. Possible Oaxaca or Puebla, 17th
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17th Century North American Spanish Colonial Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Composition tortoiseshell and gilt metal singing bird box
Located in London, GB
A good antique composition tortoiseshell and gilt metal singing bird box,
German
circa 1900
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Early 1900s Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
A small oval tortoiseshell piqué patch pot
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A small oval tortoiseshell piqué patch pot, the hinged lid with a beribboned garland of flowers
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Early 20th Century English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Antique English Blonde Tortoiseshell Hinged Card Holder
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Antique English blonde tortoiseshell card holder with locking hinge. Monogrammed to silver
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19th Century Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Antique English Blonde Tortoiseshell Hinged Card Holder
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Antique English blonde tortoiseshell card holder with locking hinge.
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19th Century Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Antique English Blonde Tortoiseshell Hinged Card Holder
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Antique English blonde tortoiseshell card holder with locking hinge.
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19th Century Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
An Ottoman mother of pearl and tortoiseshell casket
Located in London, GB
with inlaid mother of pearl and tortoiseshell, the lid opening to reveal a red lined interior.
Height
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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Velvet
19th Century English Tortoiseshell Hinged Box with Silver Decorations
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century English tortoiseshell hinged box with silver decorations.
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19th Century English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Dallas, TX
A very large faux tortoiseshell tea caddy from England. Lovely shape and sterling plate on top this
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1860s English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Tortoiseshell Singing Bird Box, Most Probably by Bontems
Located in London, GB
A antique tortoiseshell singing bird box, most probably by Bontems,
Going barrel movement,
Gilt
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1880s French Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Antique Pictorial enamel and underbelly-cut tortoiseshell singing bird box
Located in London, GB
A fine antique pictorial enamel and underbelly-cut tortoiseshell singing bird box,
Circa 1910
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1890s Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
H 0.6 in W 1.58 in D 0.99 in
Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Georgian Silver and Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy is of oval shape with a Tortoiseshell exterior
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Dallas, TX
Green tortoiseshell tea caddy from England. With two interior covers raised on four silver ball
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1870s English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
English Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Dallas, TX
A lovely bow front tortoiseshell tea caddy inlaid with mother of pearl flowers and topped with a
Category
1870s English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
George III Rococco Pressed Tortoiseshell, Ormolu, Bilston/Battersea Snuff Box
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare antique English George III Rococo pressed tortoiseshell, ormolu and Battersea
Category
1760s English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Enamel, Ormolu
H 3.25 in W 2.25 in D 1.25 in
Beautiful Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Southall, GB
A fine Regency period rectangular tea caddy, veneered in panels divided by fine metal stringing. Silver metal escutcheon and key. Complete with an initialled plaque on the lid and ro...
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Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Ivory, Tortoise Shell
Oval Tortoiseshell & Silver Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Small oval tortoiseshell Tea Caddy with applied pressed silver with a rippled design. The front has
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Early 19th Century British Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
A rare Indonesian tortoiseshell sirih casket with gold mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
gold, silver, inlaid with precious stones, ivory, or tortoiseshell. The costliness of one’s sirih box
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Gold
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H 1.97 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in
Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy With Sunburst Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Circa 1870, English tortoiseshell tea caddy with sunburst design. It is absolutely the finest one
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1870s English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Faux Tortoiseshell Two Compartment Tea Caddy
Located in Folkestone, GB
Unusual early 19th century simulated tortoiseshell two compartment rectangular tea caddy with
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Beech
Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790
Rare snuffbox made of
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1790s French Empire Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
18k Gold
German Porcelain Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
This important German porcelain box exhibits delightful artistry and craftsmanship. Its hand
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18th Century German Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Antique George III Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy is finished in vibrant green Tortoiseshell to the exterior
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
Rare Regency Architectural Pressed Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Pressed Tortoiseshell Design
From our Tea Caddy collection, we are delighted to offer this Regency
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1810s British Regency Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Shell
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H 5.91 in W 7.87 in D 5.12 in
Blonde Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy, England 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Blonde Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy, England 19th Century
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19th Century English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Silver plated and faux tortoiseshell tea canister
Located in East Geelong, VIC
tortoiseshell. The domed lid is topped with a ball knop and the piece sits on four silver plated ball feet
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1870s English Victorian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver Plate
1924 Boulle Card box
By J. C. Vickery, Ecole Boulle
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Card Box in the style of École Boulle by JC Vickery with tortoiseshell and brass inlay, engraved on
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Early 20th Century British Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Brass
1900's Boulle Cigar box
By J. C. Vickery, Ecole Boulle
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Cigar Box in the style of École Boulle by JC Vickery with tortoiseshell and brass inlay, on the lid
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Early 20th Century British Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Brass
English Antique Boulle Jewellery Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Inlaid with Squirrels, Birds and Monkeys
From our Jewellery Box collection, we are delighted to
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Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Brass
Tortoise Shell Glove Box and Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Victorian silver plate and tortoiseshell basket. And tortoiseshell glove box.
The box measures
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Early 20th Century English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
English Tortoiseshell Pagoda Form Tea Caddy, Early 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Tortoiseshell Pagoda Form Tea Caddy, Early 19th Century
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Early 19th Century English Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy of rectangular shape
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl
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H 4.72 in W 7.87 in D 4.72 in
19C Anglo Indian Vizigapatam Stamp Box
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely gorgeous and very rare 19C Anglo Indian Vizigapatam stamp box.
Made in
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Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Bone, Shell
Musical Laurencekirk Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes
Located in Zonhoven, BE
early boxes. It is only later, after 1840, that one can make a comb in 1 piece.
Although the mechanism
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1840s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver, Iron, Cut Steel, Steel, Bronze
Antique English Boulle Stationery Box by Leuchars & Sons
By Leuchars & Son
Located in Northampton, GB
Dome Topped Stationary Box
From our Box collection, we are delighted to offer this Antique English
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Brass
PERFUME BOX WITH LID French Napoleon III 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
PERFUME BOX WITH LID
French Napoleon III 19th Century
in ebonised wood, tortoiseshell and gilded
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Wood
19C Anglo Ceylonese Sewing Box of Museum Quality
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely stunning 19c Anglo Ceylonese sewing box of museum quality.
Made in
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Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes
Materials
Silver
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Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique tortoiseshell boxes available for sale. The range of distinct antique tortoiseshell boxes — often made from bone, tortoise shell and metal — can elevate any home. Antique tortoiseshell boxes have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique tortoiseshell boxes made by Regency designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique tortoiseshell boxes have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Mappin & Webb, Julien Alaterre and William Comyns are consistently popular.
How Much are Antique Tortoiseshell Boxes?
Prices for antique tortoiseshell boxes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique tortoiseshell boxes begin at $152 and can go as high as $75,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,500.
Finding the Right boxes for You
From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.
The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.
Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.
Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.
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