Retro Snuff Boxes
1960s Italian Baroque Retro Snuff Boxes
Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
1970s Italian Art Deco Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Baroque Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Romantic Retro Snuff Boxes
Enamel, Gold Plate, Gold, Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Baroque Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Italian Rococo Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Renaissance Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Napoleon III Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Baroque Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Baroque Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Art Deco Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Other Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Italian Queen Anne Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Italian Art Nouveau Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Retro Snuff Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Empire Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Baroque Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Rococo Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Baroque Retro Snuff Boxes
Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1990s Italian Baroque Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Retro Snuff Boxes
Stone, Metal, Brass
1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Bronze
Late 20th Century Retro Snuff Boxes
Brass
1950s Art Nouveau Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Travertine, Marble, Brass
1980s Italian Queen Anne Retro Snuff Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Leather, Fabric, Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century English Retro Snuff Boxes
Silver
1980s Retro Snuff Boxes
Lead
1950s French Retro Snuff Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Retro Snuff Boxes
Mahogany
1990s Italian Other Retro Snuff Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Retro Snuff Boxes
Paper
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Brass
1950s Retro Snuff Boxes
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Brass
1960s French Retro Snuff Boxes
Ebony
Mid-20th Century Italian Georgian Retro Snuff Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Retro Snuff Boxes
Paper
Late 20th Century English Retro Snuff Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Spanish Retro Snuff Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Metal
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Cocobolo
1970s French Retro Snuff Boxes
Wood, Burl
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Brass
1970s English Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Rock Crystal, Gold
Mid-20th Century French Retro Snuff Boxes
Paper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Tin
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Retro Snuff Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Snuff Boxes
Metal
1980s Italian Queen Anne Retro Snuff Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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Retro Snuff Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Retro Snuff Boxes?
Finding the Right snuff-boxes for You
Snuff, made of ground tobacco, was especially popular with Europeans in the 1600s. The ornate boxes to keep the powder dry became highly decorative by the 18th century. It was considered a must-have item, particularly for nobility. Today antique snuffboxes and tobacco boxes — as well as other vintage tobacco accessories — are collectibles and charming pieces of decor for any display case or to elevate your bookshelves.
The most important feature of a snuffbox was that it was airtight. The box protected the snuff from oxygen. Another crucial component was the flat lid.
Snuffboxes could be small enough to fit into a pocket or a larger container for communal use at the table. They also came in different shapes. Porcelain containers were prevalent and often designed to look like trunks. Others were oval or square. Boxes made with cowrie shells were rare and more expensive.
Snuffboxes were usually crafted from silver, gold, horn or tortoiseshell. Some of the most prestigious snuffboxes were French tabatières made of gold and sometimes glass. They could be adorned with amethysts, sapphires and diamonds and enameled, engraved or chased.
Sheffield, England, was known for its silver snuffboxes in the late 18th century as its silver-plating technologies perfected these containers. By the early 19th century, the silver industry in Birmingham, England, was producing elegant snuffboxes with images of abbeys and castles on the sides and top.
Another type of tobacco box was the snuff mull or mill. It was made out of horn or an entire ram’s head and topped with a metal lid, frequently featuring engravings and decorative hinges. These were fashionable in Scotland during the 19th century. The origin of its name is unclear.
On 1stDibs, find a plentiful range of antique snuffboxes and tobacco boxes to complement any home decor or furniture style. You can browse the collection by style, which includes Victorian, Georgian and Art Deco, or by material to find pieces in silver and gold.
- What is a snuff box used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A snuff box is a small, decorated box used to store snuff ( scented, powdered tobacco). Snuff boxes come in two sizes: small pocket boxes and larger communal boxes for use at the table. Pocket boxes are often designed to retain a little amount of snuff for immediate use and are designed to hold a day or two's worth of snuff. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage snuff boxes.
- When were snuff boxes invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Snuff boxes first appeared in England during the 17th century and became widespread in the 18th century. Snuff boxes range from simple designs to elaborately decorations. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique snuff boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
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