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Small Antique Box, English, Mahogany, Document, Keepsake, Chest, Victorian
Small Antique Box, English, Mahogany, Document, Keepsake, Chest, Victorian

Small Antique Box, English, Mahogany, Document, Keepsake, Chest, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique box. An English, mahogany document or keepsake chest, dating to the Victorian period circa 1880.

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Mahogany

1890 Continental Silver Oval Keepsake Jewelry Box
1890 Continental Silver Oval Keepsake Jewelry Box

1890 Continental Silver Oval Keepsake Jewelry Box

Located in Stamford, CT

Can be used as a jewelry, keepsake, trinket, vanity box. Made in Cambodia 1890.

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19th Century Cambodian Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Silver

Antique Lacquered Japenese Wood Keepsake Trinket Box, circa 1920s
Antique Lacquered Japenese Wood Keepsake Trinket Box, circa 1920s

Antique Lacquered Japenese Wood Keepsake Trinket Box, circa 1920s

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Antique Black Lacquered Japenese Wood Box With Skeleton Key Hole, circa 1920s. Measures 3" High x 11" Wide x 3.5" Deep.

Category

1920s Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

Vintage Japanese Repousse Silver Dragon Keepsake/Jewelry Box
Vintage Japanese Repousse Silver Dragon Keepsake/Jewelry Box

Vintage Japanese Repousse Silver Dragon Keepsake/Jewelry Box

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautiful ornately repousse silver-plated keepsake or jewelry box features a detailed dragon on top and grass-like designs on the sides.

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1920s Japanese Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Silver

Antique Primitive Wooden Red Painted Folk Art Keepsake Letter Box 11"
Antique Primitive Wooden Red Painted Folk Art Keepsake Letter Box 11"

Antique Primitive Wooden Red Painted Folk Art Keepsake Letter Box 11"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique primitive red painted wood keepsake letter trinket storage box with latch. Dimensions: 10.75" x 5.5" x 7.7" (Width x Depth x Height)

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Early 20th Century Primitive Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Tiger Oak Wood Jewelry Box for Keepsake Money or Stash
Antique Tiger Oak Wood Jewelry Box for Keepsake Money or Stash

Antique Tiger Oak Wood Jewelry Box for Keepsake Money or Stash

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration: Antique Tiger Oak Wood Jewelry Box Ideal for keepsakes, money or your stash.

Category

1920s Unknown Modern Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Oak

Antique Glove Box, English, Oak, Keepsake, Reception Key Case, Georgian, C.1800
Antique Glove Box, English, Oak, Keepsake, Reception Key Case, Georgian, C.1800

Antique Glove Box, English, Oak, Keepsake, Reception Key Case, Georgian, C.1800

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique glove box. An English, oak lidded keepsake or reception key case, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Oak

Antique Fall Front Deed Box, English, Steel, Keepsake Case, Storage, Circa 1920
Antique Fall Front Deed Box, English, Steel, Keepsake Case, Storage, Circa 1920

Antique Fall Front Deed Box, English, Steel, Keepsake Case, Storage, Circa 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique fall front deed box. An English, steel keepsake case, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Steel

Antique Deed Box, English, Steel, Fall Front Keepsake Case, Office Storage, 1920
Antique Deed Box, English, Steel, Fall Front Keepsake Case, Office Storage, 1920

Antique Deed Box, English, Steel, Fall Front Keepsake Case, Office Storage, 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique deed box. An English, steel fall front keepsake case, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Steel

Small Minnekästchen. Southern Germany, Rhine Valley, 15th century.
Small Minnekästchen. Southern Germany, Rhine Valley, 15th century.

Small Minnekästchen. Southern Germany, Rhine Valley, 15th century.

Located in London, GB

Small Minnekästchen (Keepsake Box) Southern Germany, Upper Rhine Valley, 15th century Carved pearwood casket of rectangular form, the panels finely worked in relief with animals s...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique Keepsake Box

Antique Ornate Jewellery Box, German, Keepsake Casket, Black Forest, Victorian
Antique Ornate Jewellery Box, German, Keepsake Casket, Black Forest, Victorian

Antique Ornate Jewellery Box, German, Keepsake Casket, Black Forest, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique ornate jewellery box. A German, Linden wood keepsake casket in Black Forest taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Lined Jewellery Box, English, Keepsake Case, Victorian, Circa 1860
Small Antique Lined Jewellery Box, English, Keepsake Case, Victorian, Circa 1860

Small Antique Lined Jewellery Box, English, Keepsake Case, Victorian, Circa 1860

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique lined jewellery box. An English, mahogany and brass keepsake case, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Swedish Bridal Box
Late 18th Century Swedish Bridal Box

Late 18th Century Swedish Bridal Box

Located in Hastings, GB

Late 18th century Swedish bridal box Originally for bridal trinkets and finery, keepsakes and gifts Beautiful aged box with hinged lid All original metal strap work and handles T...

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Late 18th Century German Folk Art Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Iron

Antique Indian Mughal Polychrome Wood Panel Wedding Box Chest 15"
Antique Indian Mughal Polychrome Wood Panel Wedding Box Chest 15"

Antique Indian Mughal Polychrome Wood Panel Wedding Box Chest 15"

Located in Dayton, OH

Beautiful antique hand painted Indian Mughal wedding / dowry / marriage box / keepsake storage chest / casket featuring hinged lid with polychrome painted figural and floral panel mo...

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Early 20th Century Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

French Napoleon III Ebonized Marquetry Mother-of-Pearl and Bronze Box
French Napoleon III Ebonized Marquetry Mother-of-Pearl and Bronze Box

French Napoleon III Ebonized Marquetry Mother-of-Pearl and Bronze Box

Located in Fayetteville, AR

The natural wood tone of the mahogany is used as a mid-tone against the black lacquer and pearl to create a trompe l'oeil effect. A substantially sized box with its original function...

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Leather and Brass Decorative Box from Germany
19th Century Leather and Brass Decorative Box from Germany

19th Century Leather and Brass Decorative Box from Germany

Located in Wainscott, NY

Was most likely a keepsake or Jewelry Box. The interior also features a removable tray for two layers of storage.

Category

19th Century German Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Antique Handcrafted Tramp Art Wooden Box
Antique Handcrafted Tramp Art Wooden Box

Antique Handcrafted Tramp Art Wooden Box

Located in Hastings, GB

Fantastic example of a Tramp Art keepsake box The box has been carved beautifully and detailed with small brass decorative studs Inside the box lid is an original photograph, t...

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Early 20th Century European Folk Art Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

19th Century, American Folk Art Signed York PA Pinwheel Paint Decorated Box
19th Century, American Folk Art Signed York PA Pinwheel Paint Decorated Box

19th Century, American Folk Art Signed York PA Pinwheel Paint Decorated Box

Located in Atlanta, GA

Originally crafted for storage or as a keepsake box, this piece is as practical as it is decorative, making it a true collector's item.

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19th Century American Primitive Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood, Paint

Petite Chinese Two Door Wedding Cabinet Maquette
Petite Chinese Two Door Wedding Cabinet Maquette

Petite Chinese Two Door Wedding Cabinet Maquette

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful charm, the cabinet might also be useful as jewelry or keepsake box. .

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Elm

Provincial Chinese Pickling Barrel

Provincial Chinese Pickling Barrel

Located in Chicago, IL

Originally used to pickle various foods for long term storage, the barrel lives on in our gallery as a jardinière, keepsake box, or decorative object.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Leather Keepsake, Secret Hiding Book 'Box'
18th Century French Leather Keepsake, Secret Hiding Book 'Box'

18th Century French Leather Keepsake, Secret Hiding Book 'Box'

Located in Buisson, FR

Wonderful secret book. Existing book that after being printed directly has been transformed in a keepsake hiding book. Very rare piece in a good but weathered condition. France, 1779.

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18th Century French Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Leather

18th Century, New England Paint Decorated Folk Art Box or Crate
18th Century, New England Paint Decorated Folk Art Box or Crate

18th Century, New England Paint Decorated Folk Art Box or Crate

Located in Atlanta, GA

Likely used as a keepsake or storage box, this piece embodies the creativity and craftsmanship of its maker.

Category

18th Century American Folk Art Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood, Paint

Folding Chinese Traveler's Hat Rack, c. 1850
Folding Chinese Traveler's Hat Rack, c. 1850

Folding Chinese Traveler's Hat Rack, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Meant for use during travel, the entire wooden structure can fold in on itself to form into a compact box. A keepsake from a bygone era, this unusual hat rack adds a bit of whimsy to...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

19th Century European Document Keepsake Box
19th Century European Document Keepsake Box

19th Century European Document Keepsake Box

Located in San Francisco, CA

An interesting old document or keepsake box with hand-painted crest on top, covered with antique fabric and very unusual and fine nailhead design work.

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19th Century European Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Metal

Hallmarked Silver Plated Keepsake Box, Sheffield, UK, Circa 1900
Hallmarked Silver Plated Keepsake Box, Sheffield, UK, Circa 1900

Hallmarked Silver Plated Keepsake Box, Sheffield, UK, Circa 1900

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Offered is a stunning silver plated keepsake box dating to the early 1900s, with associated hallmarks along the side.

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Early 1900s British Art Deco Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Silver

19th Century Wooden Keepsake Box With Metal Accents and Marble Paper Lined
19th Century Wooden Keepsake Box With Metal Accents and Marble Paper Lined

19th Century Wooden Keepsake Box With Metal Accents and Marble Paper Lined

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A stunning 19th-century wooden keepsake box adorned with intricate metal corner accents and a decorative center cut-out trim.

Category

19th Century Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Metal

Edwardian Keepsake Box with Brass Corner Cut Outs Detail Trim Accents circa 1900
Edwardian Keepsake Box with Brass Corner Cut Outs Detail Trim Accents circa 1900

Edwardian Keepsake Box with Brass Corner Cut Outs Detail Trim Accents circa 1900

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Edwardian wooden keepsake box stained top with brass corner cut out detail trim accents skeleton keyhole, paper-lined, circa 1900.

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Early 1900s American Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

Antique French Victorian Jewelry Casket Keepsake Box
Antique French Victorian Jewelry Casket Keepsake Box

Antique French Victorian Jewelry Casket Keepsake Box

Located in Bradenton, FL

19th Century French Victorian Jewelry Casket. Casket features dark wood with cream colored adornments. It has a lift top with two swinging drawers over bottom compartment. Inner top ...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

Small Danish Empire Veneered Keepsake Box, Circa 1825
Small Danish Empire Veneered Keepsake Box, Circa 1825

Small Danish Empire Veneered Keepsake Box, Circa 1825

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small Period Empire Trinket Box in Veneered Mahogany and Brass Panels on the Edges , Denmark Circa 1825. This box is unusual because it has a ringed hardware on the top of the box.

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Early 19th Century Danish Empire Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Nautical Brass Blue Enamel Anchor Pill Keepsake Box
Vintage Italian Nautical Brass Blue Enamel Anchor Pill Keepsake Box

Vintage Italian Nautical Brass Blue Enamel Anchor Pill Keepsake Box

Located in Dayton, OH

"Incredibly unique, early to mid 20th century rectangular brass pill box, decorated with a rope and anchor design, finished in blue enamel. Marked Gucci, Italy, stamped on the front ...

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Early 20th Century Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Vintage Fukagawa Porcelain Cherry Blossoms Lidded Trinket Keepsake Box 3.5"
Vintage Fukagawa Porcelain Cherry Blossoms Lidded Trinket Keepsake Box 3.5"

Vintage Fukagawa Porcelain Cherry Blossoms Lidded Trinket Keepsake Box 3.5"

By Fukagawa

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage hand painted porcelain trinket box. Rounded square form with pink water lilies / lotus flowers accented with gold stamens and green leaves on a backdrop of blue water. Mark u...

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Early 20th Century Japonisme Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Painted Metal Tin Tobacco Trinket Keepsake Box Napoleon Bonaparte 5"
Antique Painted Metal Tin Tobacco Trinket Keepsake Box Napoleon Bonaparte 5"

Antique Painted Metal Tin Tobacco Trinket Keepsake Box Napoleon Bonaparte 5"

Located in Dayton, OH

Rare antique metal tin tobacco cigar or cigarette box painted in red with an intricate scene on the lid of Napoleon Bonaparte surveying a map, with a white horse and soldiers at the ...

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19th Century French Provincial Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Tin

Imperial Emperor's Treasure Gilt Silver "Leaf" Keepsake Box, 1915   FREE SHIP
Imperial Emperor's Treasure Gilt Silver "Leaf" Keepsake Box, 1915   FREE SHIP

Imperial Emperor's Treasure Gilt Silver "Leaf" Keepsake Box, 1915 FREE SHIP

Located in South Burlington, VT

Give a gift fit for a King or Queen. Japanese Imperial Emperor's sterling silver "Leaf" bonbon box- gift from the Taisho Emperor, 1915. This lovely leaf shaped box was gi...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fidus "THE FOUR SEASONS" Silhouette Print Jewelry Keepsake Box, circa 1900
Fidus "THE FOUR SEASONS" Silhouette Print Jewelry Keepsake Box, circa 1900

Fidus "THE FOUR SEASONS" Silhouette Print Jewelry Keepsake Box, circa 1900

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Early 20th turn of the century wood jewelry box with an enameled metal edge, red velvet interior, and small vanity mirror. The top features a small "THE FOUR SEASONS" Silhouette Prin...

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

Imperial Emperor's Treasure Silver "Double Fan" Keepsake Box, 1925
Imperial Emperor's Treasure Silver "Double Fan" Keepsake Box, 1925

Imperial Emperor's Treasure Silver "Double Fan" Keepsake Box, 1925

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japanese Imperial Emperor's sterling silver "Fan" keepsake box - gift from the Taisho Emperor, 1925.

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1920s Japanese Taisho Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Oak Rectangular Tea Caddy Tobacco Box Inset Top Keepsake Trinket 6.5"
Antique Oak Rectangular Tea Caddy Tobacco Box Inset Top Keepsake Trinket 6.5"

Antique Oak Rectangular Tea Caddy Tobacco Box Inset Top Keepsake Trinket 6.5"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique oak tea caddy or trinket keepsake box with a tapered rectangular shape, beveled top edge and inset lid, lined with metallic paper.

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Late 19th Century Rustic Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Oak

French Peach Colored Opaline Glass and Brass Hinged Box
French Peach Colored Opaline Glass and Brass Hinged Box

French Peach Colored Opaline Glass and Brass Hinged Box

Located in Troy, MI

French peach colored opaline glass keepsake box is egg-shaped with a hinged lid and fancy brass trim, circa 1930s.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

French Pale Green Opaline Glass and Brass Egg Shaped Box
French Pale Green Opaline Glass and Brass Egg Shaped Box

French Pale Green Opaline Glass and Brass Egg Shaped Box

Located in Troy, MI

Pale green French opaline glass keepsake box is egg-shaped with a hinged lid and brass trim.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Moroccan Footed Box
Late 19th Century Moroccan Footed Box

Late 19th Century Moroccan Footed Box

Located in Wainscott, NY

Interior is upholstered. Likely a keepsake box. Dimensions: 6.75" height x 11" weight x 8" deep.

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Late 19th Century Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

Murano Italy Opaline Uranium Vaseline Green Glow Glass Trinket Box Casket
Murano Italy Opaline Uranium Vaseline Green Glow Glass Trinket Box Casket

Murano Italy Opaline Uranium Vaseline Green Glow Glass Trinket Box Casket

Located in Dayton, OH

Impressive antique opaline / uranium / vaseline glass trinket jewelry keepsake box. Rectangular form with cut corners, plain brass band around interior rim.

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Early 20th Century Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Opaline Glass

Antique Jewellery Box, English, Decorative, Keepsake, Inlaid, Victorian, C.1860
Antique Jewellery Box, English, Decorative, Keepsake, Inlaid, Victorian, C.1860

Antique Jewellery Box, English, Decorative, Keepsake, Inlaid, Victorian, C.1860

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique jewellery box. An English, rosewood and Mother of Pearl decorative keepsake box, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

19th Century Folk Art Wood Black Painted Box
19th Century Folk Art Wood Black Painted Box

19th Century Folk Art Wood Black Painted Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

The interior features off white paint and there is a brass hardware which keeps the box closed. This storage or keepsake box is in untouched original condition with age-appropriate m...

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Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Elegant Swedish Grace pewter box with shell motif, GAB 1927
Elegant Swedish Grace pewter box with shell motif, GAB 1927

Elegant Swedish Grace pewter box with shell motif, GAB 1927

By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget

Located in Knivsta, SE

Today, it makes a perfect jewelry or keepsake box. A fine piece of early 20th-century Swedish design.

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1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Pewter

Late 18th Century Indian Teak Dowry Box with Brass Mounts
Late 18th Century Indian Teak Dowry Box with Brass Mounts

Late 18th Century Indian Teak Dowry Box with Brass Mounts

Located in Middleburg, VA

Perfect as a keepsake box, tabletop accent, or a conversation piece for collectors of Mughal and Indo-Islamic art!

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Late 18th Century Indian Agra Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass, Metal

Art Nouveau Lidded Oak Box with hand carved sinuous floral theme, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Lidded Oak Box with hand carved sinuous floral theme, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Lidded Oak Box with hand carved sinuous floral theme, circa 1900

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

The box is in very good condition and would make a very good jewellery or keepsake box for the desk or dressing table. -------------------------------------------------------------...

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1890s English Art Nouveau Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Imperial Emperor's Treasure Sterling Silver Box "Phoenix", 1915 FREE SHIP
Imperial Emperor's Treasure Sterling Silver Box "Phoenix", 1915 FREE SHIP

Imperial Emperor's Treasure Sterling Silver Box "Phoenix", 1915 FREE SHIP

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japanese Imperial Emperor's sterling silver "Imperial Phoenixes" Keepsake Box- Gift from the Taisho Emperor 1915.

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1910s Japanese Taisho Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Dovetailed Pine Farmhouse Lidded Keepsake Storage Letter Box
Antique Dovetailed Pine Farmhouse Lidded Keepsake Storage Letter Box

Antique Dovetailed Pine Farmhouse Lidded Keepsake Storage Letter Box

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique pine keepsake storage tea caddy / candle or letter box featuring fingertailed joinery and detached lid with nob handle.

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19th Century Primitive Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Pine

Antique Master Craftsman's Retirement Box, English, Keepsake Case, Victorian
Antique Master Craftsman's Retirement Box, English, Keepsake Case, Victorian

Antique Master Craftsman's Retirement Box, English, Keepsake Case, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique master craftsman's retirement box. An English, rosewood and white metal celebration keepsake case, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Metal

Fine Georgian Document Box of Walnut Cross Banded and Inlaid, circa 1780
Fine Georgian Document Box of Walnut Cross Banded and Inlaid, circa 1780

Fine Georgian Document Box of Walnut Cross Banded and Inlaid, circa 1780

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This item is very decorative and has many possible uses as a document, jewelry or small collectables or keepsake box. Overall a fine quality Georgian piece.

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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese Mahogany Brass and Jade Traditional Keepsake Chest / Box
Antique Chinese Mahogany Brass and Jade Traditional Keepsake Chest / Box

Antique Chinese Mahogany Brass and Jade Traditional Keepsake Chest / Box

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Antique Chinese Mahogany Brass and Jade Traditional Keepsake Cabinet Three drawer Jewellery Cabinet Chest or Box Three drawer patterned silk lined cabinet In good vintage conditio...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Jade, Brass

Antique Gentleman’s Document Box, English, Keepsake Case, Regency, Circa 1820
Antique Gentleman’s Document Box, English, Keepsake Case, Regency, Circa 1820

Antique Gentleman’s Document Box, English, Keepsake Case, Regency, Circa 1820

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique gentleman’s document box. An English, rosewood and leather keepsake case, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

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1820s British Regency Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Dome Top Reticulated Brass Banded Tea Caddy Keepsake Trinket Box
Antique Dome Top Reticulated Brass Banded Tea Caddy Keepsake Trinket Box

Antique Dome Top Reticulated Brass Banded Tea Caddy Keepsake Trinket Box

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique dome top wooden trinket box or tea caddy with ornate floral brass banding. Measures: 8".  

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

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Antique Keepsake Box For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique keepsake box you’re looking for. Each antique keepsake box for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and silver. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique keepsake box — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique keepsake box made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique keepsake box that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gorham Manufacturing Company, Georg Jensen and Limoges produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Keepsake Box?

An antique keepsake box can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $998, while the lowest priced sells for $235 and the highest can go for as much as $10,245.

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.

Questions About Antique Keepsake Box
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can use a wide range of items as a keepsake box. Decorative boxes made of wood, metal, bone, brass and other materials can all hold keepsakes. The size of what you wish to store will help to determine which box is right for your needs. If you plan to stow delicate items inside, consider a box with velvet or satin lining. You'll find a variety of keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A keepsake box can be called by a number of different names. You may see them referred to as memory boxes or trinket boxes. However, many people simply use the phrase keepsake box to describe them. Shop a selection of antique and vintage keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique ice boxes can be worth up to $2,000 - $3,000. Depending on its condition, an antique ice box can be a highly coveted item.