Russian Snuff Box
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Sterling Silver
Silver
Antique 1870s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
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Gold, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 1900s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century International Style Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Antique Early 19th Century European Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 1860s Russian Early Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold
20th Century Russian Other Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Folk Art Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Antique 1850s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Boxes and Cases
Jasper, Silver
Mid-20th Century Russian Empire Decorative Boxes
Brass
Recent Sales
Antique 1820s Georgian More Jewelry
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1860s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Romantic Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Antique 1890s Ukrainian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s Ukrainian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Russian Other Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Russian Other Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Zinc
Russian Boxes and Cases
Vintage 1970s Russian Hellenistic Decorative Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Antique 1890s Russian Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
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Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Antique 1850s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Enamel, Silver
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Amethyst, Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Russian Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century German Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Antique 19th Century German Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1930s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Jade, Silver
Early 20th Century Russian Other Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Enamel
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Vintage 1910s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Silver
20th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century Russian Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 1870s Russian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century European Boxes
Malachite
Vintage 1910s Russian Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Enamel
Antique 19th Century Russian Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
20th Century Russian Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1910s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Malachite, Bronze
Antique 1820s Russian Boxes and Cases
Silver
Antique 1780s Russian Boxes and Cases
Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Boxes and Cases
Silver, Niello
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Russian Snuff Box For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Russian Snuff Box?
Finding the Right Snuff-boxes for You
Today antique snuffboxes and tobacco boxes — as well as a lot of other vintage tobacco accessories — are collectibles and charming pieces of decor for any display case or to elevate your bookshelves.
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.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean Russian lacquer boxes, moisten a soft cleaning cloth with warm water and mild dish soap. Gently wipe down every surface of the box and then repeat the process with a cloth dampened only with water. For the final step, dry with a soft towel. Find a variety of Russian lacquer boxes on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Russian lacquer boxes are also called Palekh boxes after the village where the craft was first recorded in the 1920s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Russian lacquer boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most Russian lacquer boxes are made in the villages of Fedoskino, Kholui, Mstera and Palekh, Russia. In 1705, the guild for manufacturing lacquer boxes opened in Fedoskino. Many boxes feature natural forms inspired by the landscapes surrounding the village. On 1stDibs, find a range of wrought iron furniture.
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