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Antique French 1860 Bronze Beveled Crystal Doré Keepsake/ Vitrine Box
Antique French 1860 Bronze Beveled Crystal Doré Keepsake/ Vitrine Box

Antique French 1860 Bronze Beveled Crystal Doré Keepsake/ Vitrine Box

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique French 1860 bronze beveled crystal box doré keepsake/ vitrine box in absolutely beautiful condition.

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1860s French Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Chinese Keepsake Headrest, c. 1900
Chinese Keepsake Headrest, c. 1900

Chinese Keepsake Headrest, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Crafted of a fine hardwood, this early 20th century footed headrest was once used by an upper-class woman in lieu of a pillow. Gently curving to support her head and neck at rest, th...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Hardwood

Chinese Painted Keepsake Chest, c. 1900
Chinese Painted Keepsake Chest, c. 1900

Chinese Painted Keepsake Chest, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Trunks and storage chests were the most ubiquitous form of household storage throughout the Ming and Qing dynasties. Used to store clothes, linens, kitchen utensils, and other miscel...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Poplar

17th Century Sterling Silver Traveler Reliquary Case/Eucharist Bread Keepsake
17th Century Sterling Silver Traveler Reliquary Case/Eucharist Bread Keepsake

17th Century Sterling Silver Traveler Reliquary Case/Eucharist Bread Keepsake

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a 17th Century Sterling Silver Traveler Reliquary Round Case/Eucharist Bread Keepsake Box Pendant. It depicts a round wide hinged case engraved in the front with an IHS Chris...

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17th Century Unknown Baroque Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handmade Birdseye Maple Inlaid Lidded Box
Handmade Birdseye Maple Inlaid Lidded Box

Handmade Birdseye Maple Inlaid Lidded Box

Located in Malibu, CA

Handmade lidded box, circa 1925 keepsake hinged box in birdeye maple with fine inlaid satinwood border.

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Early 20th Century European Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Burl

Small Chip-Carved Tramp Art Box
Small Chip-Carved Tramp Art Box

Small Chip-Carved Tramp Art Box

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Keepsake American tramp art box (circa 1920-1930) with hand chip-carved wooden decoration in a stepped / pyramidal design.

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1920s American Folk Art Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

18th Century Original Green Painted Wood Box with Handle
18th Century Original Green Painted Wood Box with Handle

18th Century Original Green Painted Wood Box with Handle

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

The box was most likely used as a letter box for important papers and keepsakes.

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1790s Swedish Folk Art Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Iron

1800s Antique Victorian Jewelry Box Faded Blue Velvet and Patinated Brass
1800s Antique Victorian Jewelry Box Faded Blue Velvet and Patinated Brass

1800s Antique Victorian Jewelry Box Faded Blue Velvet and Patinated Brass

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Antique velvet box Fabulous 1800s vintage blue velvet decorative footed keepsake jewelry box Top carry handle satchel unfolds open Measures: 3 tall x 4.5 depth x 7.25 width Note...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Imperial Emperor's Treasure Gilt Silver Keepsake "Lantern" Box, 1928  FREE SHIP
Imperial Emperor's Treasure Gilt Silver Keepsake "Lantern" Box, 1928  FREE SHIP

Imperial Emperor's Treasure Gilt Silver Keepsake "Lantern" Box, 1928 FREE SHIP

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japanese Imperial Emperor's sterling silver "Lantern" keepsake box- gift from the Showa Emperor, 1928.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Rectangular Antique Wooden Storage Chest
19th Century Rectangular Antique Wooden Storage Chest

19th Century Rectangular Antique Wooden Storage Chest

Located in Yonkers, NY

Lifting the lid unveils a partitioned interior, an organized sanctuary that nestles your cherished keepsakes. To either side, the box features twin compartments.

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Small Table Cabinet or Inlaid Box Lockable with Key, Ca.1905
Edwardian Small Table Cabinet or Inlaid Box Lockable with Key, Ca.1905

Edwardian Small Table Cabinet or Inlaid Box Lockable with Key, Ca.1905

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This item is very decorative and has many possible uses as a storage cabinet for documents, small collectables or keepsake box. Overall a fine quality Edwardian piece with many uses.

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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Boxwood, Ebony, Satinwood, Walnut

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 relative good but weathered condition wit...

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18th Century French Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Leather, Paper

Victorian Pill Box Charm Pendant 9 Karat Rose Gold Etched Snuff Keepsake Old
Victorian Pill Box Charm Pendant 9 Karat Rose Gold Etched Snuff Keepsake Old

Victorian Pill Box Charm Pendant 9 Karat Rose Gold Etched Snuff Keepsake Old

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Victorian (circa 1880s to 1900s) pill box crafted in 9 karat rose gold. The pill box features a side positioned bale that allows for wear as a pendant.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Mahogany Dovetailed Officer's Writing or Desk Box
Antique Mahogany Dovetailed Officer's Writing or Desk Box

Antique Mahogany Dovetailed Officer's Writing or Desk Box

Located in Doylestown, PA

It has a removable, divided tray and a hidden compartment secured by clasps with a drop-down wooden tablet which opens to provide a writing surface and holds papers/photos when close...

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Late 19th Century Primitive Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Brass

Antique Madonna Shell Sterling Silver Cameo Brooch Pendant
Antique Madonna Shell Sterling Silver Cameo Brooch Pendant

Antique Madonna Shell Sterling Silver Cameo Brooch Pendant

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Measuring 1-7/8 inch by 1-5/8inch, the cameo is in excellent condition and makes a beautiful and thoughtful keepsake. Gift boxed.

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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box
Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box

Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Modern sterling silver keepsake jewelry box, ca 1920. Retailed by Tiffany & Co. in New York.

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Early 20th Century Modern Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique European Biedermeier Silver Keepsake Casket Box
Antique European Biedermeier Silver Keepsake Casket Box

Antique European Biedermeier Silver Keepsake Casket Box

Located in New York, NY

European Biedermeier silver keepsake casket, ca 1840. Lobed and bombe with hinged and raised cover. Cover top flat and vacant. Chased and engraved clusters of leafing scrolls and flo...

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Mid-19th Century European Biedermeier Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Silver

English Art Deco Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box
English Art Deco Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box

English Art Deco Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in New York, NY

Allover engine-turned checkerboard on cover top and sides. Interior silk lined. Box underside leather lined. A snazzy, compact keepsake receptacle.

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Edwardian Modern Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box
American Edwardian Modern Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box

American Edwardian Modern Sterling Silver Keepsake Jewelry Box

By Woods & Chatellier

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian Modern sterling silver jewelry box. Made by Woods & Chatellier in New York, ca 1910. Straight sides with curved corners. Cover hinged with gently curved top and tapering ta...

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Sterling Silver

"Mother" Dovetailed Keepsake Box
"Mother" Dovetailed Keepsake Box

"Mother" Dovetailed Keepsake Box

Located in New York City, NY

A beautiful poplar paint decorated jewelry or keepsake box. Faux tortoise shell decorated wood. Original brass hinges.

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1840s Antique Keepsake Box

19th c. French Keepsake Box
19th c. French Keepsake Box

19th c. French Keepsake Box

Located in Fairfax, VA

An ornately crafted piece, this keepsake box was made in France during the late 19th century and features a two tone bronze design with a beautiful brown patina.

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19th Century French Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Copper, Bronze

American Folk Art Keepsake Box
American Folk Art Keepsake Box

American Folk Art Keepsake Box

Located in Culver City, CA

This antique keepsake box is beautifully inlaid with an American flag, stars and abstract interlocking patterns.

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Early 20th Century American Country Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Antique Parquetry Keepsake Box with Lid
Antique Parquetry Keepsake Box with Lid

Antique Parquetry Keepsake Box with Lid

Located in Culver City, CA

An appealing 19th century American parquetry keepsake box. The ideal accessory that will add interest and be useful in your setting.

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19th Century American Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Walnut

Georg Jensen Keepsake Box, no. 166
Georg Jensen Keepsake Box, no. 166

Georg Jensen Keepsake Box, no. 166

By Georg Jensen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Georg Jensen keepsake box, no. 166. 830 Silver, Paris import marks.

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Antique Keepsake Box

Tiger Bamboo Table with Built in Keepsake Box
Tiger Bamboo Table with Built in Keepsake Box

Tiger Bamboo Table with Built in Keepsake Box

Located in Culver City, CA

This table has a number of interesting details including the rare pressed patterned paper material used for the lower surfaces and the built in keepsake box on the shelf. This unique...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Bamboo

Swedish Biedemeier Fruit Wood Box
Swedish Biedemeier Fruit Wood Box

Swedish Biedemeier Fruit Wood Box

Located in San Francisco, CA

Elegant Swedish Biedemeier box. Would make a great cigar box, playing card holder or keepsake box

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19th Century Swedish Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Fruitwood

American Folk Art Inlaid Box
American Folk Art Inlaid Box

American Folk Art Inlaid Box

Located in Culver City, CA

A striking geometric 19th century American folk art inlaid keepsake box is the ideal accessory that will add interest and utility to a variety of settings.

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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood

Large Mahogany Box Inlaid with Satinwood with a "W"
Large Mahogany Box Inlaid with Satinwood with a "W"

Large Mahogany Box Inlaid with Satinwood with a "W"

Located in Port Chester, NY

A large pretty jewelry or keepsake box in mellow mahogany with satinwood inlay around the edges, keyhole, and with an elegant W in the middle.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

George III Rosewood Table Box
George III Rosewood Table Box

George III Rosewood Table Box

Located in Windsor, Berkshire

It would make a perfect jewelry box or keepsake box for a man. It measures 27 by 22 and stands 12 cm.

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Early 19th Century English Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Rosewood

William IV Solid Mahogany Box
William IV Solid Mahogany Box

William IV Solid Mahogany Box

Located in Windsor, Berkshire

A truly wonderful box in superb condition a great size for important documents or a wonderful keepsake box.

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Mahogany

Solid Mahogany 1830 Box, with Military Style Brass Handles
Solid Mahogany 1830 Box, with Military Style Brass Handles

Solid Mahogany 1830 Box, with Military Style Brass Handles

Located in Windsor, Berkshire

It would make s perfect keepsake box for s boy or a man. The box measures 33 by 25 and stands 15cm high.

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Gilt Bronze Vanity Box with an Enamel Portrait
Antique French Gilt Bronze Vanity Box with an Enamel Portrait

Antique French Gilt Bronze Vanity Box with an Enamel Portrait

Located in Los Angeles, CA

During the 19th century, travelers in France purchased these keepsake boxes and jewelry caskets as souvenirs of their Grand Tour.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Antique Keepsake Chest in Mother of Pearl
Antique Keepsake Chest in Mother of Pearl

Antique Keepsake Chest in Mother of Pearl

Located in Culver City, CA

A nice little chest for your collectables, jewels, remotes and other accumulations or loved keepsakes. This appealing and useful piece will be an asset in all types of settings. Jeff...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Mirror

A Stunning 19th Century Hand Painted and Lacquered Keepsake from Olinala, Mexico
A Stunning 19th Century Hand Painted and Lacquered Keepsake from Olinala, Mexico

A Stunning 19th Century Hand Painted and Lacquered Keepsake from Olinala, Mexico

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine and rare mid to late 19th century painted and lacquered box from Olinala with colorful foliate motifs, animals, botanical urns and geometric borders. Interior with original or...

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19th Century Mexican Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Wood, Paint, Lacquer

Ernst Wahliss Art Nouveau Porcelain Faience Pergamon Trinket Box
Ernst Wahliss Art Nouveau Porcelain Faience Pergamon Trinket Box

Ernst Wahliss Art Nouveau Porcelain Faience Pergamon Trinket Box

By Ernst Wahliss

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A superb turn of the 20th century covered bonbonnière box — perfect for keepsakes and trinkets — in porcelain faience from Ernst Wahliss (1837-1900) of Turn-Teplitz.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Victorian Ruby Pearl Drop Earrings, circa 1880s, 15 Carat Gold
Antique Victorian Ruby Pearl Drop Earrings, circa 1880s, 15 Carat Gold

Antique Victorian Ruby Pearl Drop Earrings, circa 1880s, 15 Carat Gold

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

The reverse of the earrings have a glass-fronted keepsake box. One earring is engraved "Gilbert" and one engraved "Hilda".

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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Gold

19th Century Mahogany Keepsake Box
19th Century Mahogany Keepsake Box

19th Century Mahogany Keepsake Box

Located in Culver City, CA

This beautiful English Mahogany Box with inlaid metal square decorative details and escutcheon has a light wood banding and Japanese block print paper lining.

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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Metal

Antique Tin with Birds and Mirror Inside
Antique Tin with Birds and Mirror Inside

Antique Tin with Birds and Mirror Inside

Located in Retie, BE

This antique tin could be used to storage jewelry, make up or other. Storage tin box, jewelry box, make up or vanity box, keepsake box This antique tin with birds and mirror has...

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Early 20th Century European Jugendstil Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Tin

Austrian Art Deco Box with Polychrome Enamel Avant Garde Decor, circa 1930
Austrian Art Deco Box with Polychrome Enamel Avant Garde Decor, circa 1930

Austrian Art Deco Box with Polychrome Enamel Avant Garde Decor, circa 1930

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The wooden lining indicates it was likely a humidor or cigarette box; today, it would make an ideal desk accessory or an attractive keepsake or jewelry box atop a nightstand or vanit...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Keepsake Box

Materials

Metal

Tunbridge Style Victorian Walnut Jewelry Box
Tunbridge Style Victorian Walnut Jewelry Box

Tunbridge Style Victorian Walnut Jewelry Box

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Under the jewellery box tray is further storage space to hold more precious keepsakes.

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Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Late 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.