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Scottish Silver Mounted Tiger Cowary Shell Snuff Box, 1817
Scottish Silver Mounted Tiger Cowary Shell Snuff Box, 1817

Scottish Silver Mounted Tiger Cowary Shell Snuff Box, 1817

Located in valatie, NY

Scottish silver mounted tiger cowary shell snuff box, 1817. The hinged lid is inscribed with "W.

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Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Period Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box With Hinged Lid
Victorian Period Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box With Hinged Lid

Victorian Period Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box With Hinged Lid

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Period, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) Cowrie shell snuff box with hinged lid, England, Ca. 1840's.

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Antique 1840s English Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cowrie shell snuff box with flaming-heart silver relief, George II period
Cowrie shell snuff box with flaming-heart silver relief, George II period

Cowrie shell snuff box with flaming-heart silver relief, George II period

$1,400Sale Price|30% Off

H 2.96 in W 1.97 in D 2.96 in

Cowrie shell snuff box with flaming-heart silver relief, George II period

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Cowrie shell snuff box with silver application in the shape of a flaming heart in relief, from the George II period.

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Antique Early 18th Century European Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Large Georgian (George III) Brass-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box With Hinged Lid
Large Georgian (George III) Brass-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box With Hinged Lid

Large Georgian (George III) Brass-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box With Hinged Lid

Located in New York, NY

Large, Georgian (George III), brass-mounted cowrie shell snuff box with hinged lid, England, Ca 1810.

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Antique 1810s English George III Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Brass

Cowrie Shell Snuff Box c1820
Cowrie Shell Snuff Box c1820

Cowrie Shell Snuff Box c1820

$404

H 1.19 in W 2.6 in D 2.25 in

Cowrie Shell Snuff Box c1820

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Cowrie shell snuff box Date : c1820 Period : George III / Regency Origin : Most likely Scottish Provincial Decoration : Silver mounted cowrie shell with monogram, parcel gi...

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Antique 1820s British Regency Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box Edinburgh c1823
Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box Edinburgh c1823

Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box Edinburgh c1823

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Sterling silver cowry shell snuff box Date : Hallmarked in Edinburgh for an uknown maker whose mark was registered (IR) in Edinburgh and was known only in 1823.

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Antique 1820s Scottish Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Shell and Sterling Silver Snuff Box, Late 19th c.
Shell and Sterling Silver Snuff Box, Late 19th c.

Shell and Sterling Silver Snuff Box, Late 19th c.

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a very good example of a sterling snuff box veneered in tortoise shell which has been inland with fine sterling detailing surrounding the lid.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Faux Tortoise Shell Cigarette Snuff Tobacco Box
French Faux Tortoise Shell Cigarette Snuff Tobacco Box

French Faux Tortoise Shell Cigarette Snuff Tobacco Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Paris, a charming faux tortoiseshell box marked cigarettes on the lid. A very versatile piece that could stand alone on a cooffe or side table as well as hold treasures s...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Metal

Chiseled silver snuff box with half shells and hinged lid
Chiseled silver snuff box with half shells and hinged lid

Chiseled silver snuff box with half shells and hinged lid

$420Sale Price|30% Off

H 9.65 in W 4.34 in D 9.65 in

Chiseled silver snuff box with half shells and hinged lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Chiseled silver snuff box with half-shells and hinged lid. Metal: Silver.

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Antique 18th Century Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Silver snuff box with reliefs printed with shells and scrolls, removable lid
Silver snuff box with reliefs printed with shells and scrolls, removable lid

Silver snuff box with reliefs printed with shells and scrolls, removable lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver snuff box with reliefs printed with shells and scrolls, removable lid.

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20th Century European Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Rectangular silver snuff box w/ shells & scrolls in relief on the removable lid
Rectangular silver snuff box w/ shells & scrolls in relief on the removable lid

Rectangular silver snuff box w/ shells & scrolls in relief on the removable lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Rectangular silver snuff box with shells and scrolls in relief on the removable lid.

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20th Century European Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

George III Rococco Pressed Tortoiseshell, Ormolu, Bilston/Battersea Snuff Box
George III Rococco Pressed Tortoiseshell, Ormolu, Bilston/Battersea Snuff Box

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 enamel snuff box. This beautiful oblong box is in pristine condition and has been well...

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Antique 1760s English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

KPM Shell and Flower Motif Cabinet or Patch Box
KPM Shell and Flower Motif Cabinet or Patch Box

KPM Shell and Flower Motif Cabinet or Patch Box

$452Sale Price|34% Off

H 1.25 in W 1.5 in D 2 in

KPM Shell and Flower Motif Cabinet or Patch Box

By KPM Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

KPM shell and flower motif cabinet or patch box, The top realistically modelled as a clam shell, the interior revealing painted florals, and the blue underglaze sceptre mark, joined ...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Large George III Table / Master Snuff in Stained Mulberry Burl and Tortoiseshell
Large George III Table / Master Snuff in Stained Mulberry Burl and Tortoiseshell

Large George III Table / Master Snuff in Stained Mulberry Burl and Tortoiseshell

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Large Georgian table or master snuff box of cushion form having tortoiseshell veneered front, back and end caps with green stained mulberry burl bottom and lid, the lid with a wood h...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Burl

Antique Tortoiseshell singing bird box, by Bontems
Antique Tortoiseshell singing bird box, by Bontems

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-view light anomaly... When wound and start/stop slide moved to the right, the bi...

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Antique 1890s French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Composition tortoiseshell and gilt metal singing bird box
Composition tortoiseshell and gilt metal singing bird box

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 Going-barrel movement Setting the birds free... When wound and the sta...

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Antique Early 1900s Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

19th Century English Tortoiseshell Hinged Box with Silver Decorations
19th Century English Tortoiseshell Hinged Box with Silver Decorations

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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Antique 19th Century English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique Tortoiseshell Singing Bird Box, Most Probably by Bontems
Antique Tortoiseshell Singing Bird Box, Most Probably by Bontems

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 metal two-tone brilliance... When wound and start/stop slide moved to the right...

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Antique 1880s French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Gabriella Crespi Tortoiseshell and Sterling Silver Box
Gabriella Crespi Tortoiseshell and Sterling Silver Box

Gabriella Crespi Tortoiseshell and Sterling Silver Box

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in New York, NY

Gabriella Crespi tortoise and sterling silver box. Vintage Crespi cylindrical cigarette case with engraved Gabriella Crespi logo monogram and original label from Rome. Italy, mid-20t...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Conus Seashell Box, Sterling Mounts, Hallmarked, Italy, 20th Century
Vintage Conus Seashell Box, Sterling Mounts, Hallmarked, Italy, 20th Century

Vintage Conus Seashell Box, Sterling Mounts, Hallmarked, Italy, 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage Conus seashell box with sterling silver mounts - side hinge - unidentified hallmarks to the interior (.925 silver) - Italy (Florence - likely) - mid-20th century. Excellen...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

FRENCH 1925 Art-Deco Black Lacquer & White Egg-Shell Lacquer Cigarette Case
FRENCH 1925 Art-Deco Black Lacquer & White Egg-Shell Lacquer Cigarette Case

FRENCH 1925 Art-Deco Black Lacquer & White Egg-Shell Lacquer Cigarette Case

$2,415Sale Price|30% Off

H 5.03 in W 3.19 in D 0.39 in

FRENCH 1925 Art-Deco Black Lacquer & White Egg-Shell Lacquer Cigarette Case

Located in Miami, FL

A French art deco modernist cigarette case. This is a gorgeous cigarettes case created in Paris France during the art deco period, back in the 1925-1930. The case has been crafted i...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Faux Tortoiseshell Veneered Etui for Wax and Sealing Sticks, English c.1830–1860
Faux Tortoiseshell Veneered Etui for Wax and Sealing Sticks, English c.1830–1860

Faux Tortoiseshell Veneered Etui for Wax and Sealing Sticks, English c.1830–1860

Located in Atlanta, GA

A refined mid-19th century personal writing accessory, the rectangular case sheathed in richly mottled tortoiseshell veneer, its surface presenting a deep marbled pattern of honey an...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English British Colonial Snuff Boxes and Tobacc...

Materials

Shell, Velvet

Antique Gold and Abalone Shell Inlay Agate Snuff Box
Antique Gold and Abalone Shell Inlay Agate Snuff Box

Antique Gold and Abalone Shell Inlay Agate Snuff Box

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully crafted antique snuff box featuring exquisite gold piqué and abalone shell inlaid on the lid, depicting a stylized architectural scene bordered with scrolling foliage.

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Antique 19th Century European Early Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Yellow Gold

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"Brandenburg Gate, " Tortoise Shell, Gold Snuff Box and Micromosaic, 18th Century
"Brandenburg Gate, " Tortoise Shell, Gold Snuff Box and Micromosaic, 18th Century

"Brandenburg Gate, " Tortoise Shell, Gold Snuff Box and Micromosaic, 18th Century

By Reverenda Fabrica Sancti Petri

Located in Rome, IT

Gold snuff box, with micromosaic depicting Berlin's Brandenburg Gate. By the Vatican "Reverenda Fabrica Sancti Petri”, Rome, late 18th century.   

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Romantic Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Gold

"Tarantella, " Tortoise Shell and Gold Snuff Box, with Micromosaic, 18th Century
"Tarantella, " Tortoise Shell and Gold Snuff Box, with Micromosaic, 18th Century

"Tarantella, " Tortoise Shell and Gold Snuff Box, with Micromosaic, 18th Century

By Reverenda Fabrica Sancti Petri

Located in Rome, IT

Rectangular snuff box in tortoise shell with gold and enamel framing.

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacco B...

Materials

Enamel, Gold

"Military Scene" Tortoise Shell and Gold Snuff Box with Micromosaic 18th Century
"Military Scene" Tortoise Shell and Gold Snuff Box with Micromosaic 18th Century

"Military Scene" Tortoise Shell and Gold Snuff Box with Micromosaic 18th Century

By Reverenda Fabrica Sancti Petri

Located in Rome, IT

Snuff box in tortoise shell, with refined gold framing.

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Antique Early 19th Century Russian Romantic Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Gold

William IV Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuffbox, circa 1825
William IV Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuffbox, circa 1825

William IV Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuffbox, circa 1825

By John Reilly

Located in London, GB

Beautifully fashioned William IV silver-mounted Cowrie shell snuffbox, circa 1825. Marked with makers mark only, "IR" is stamped on the inside of the lid and is possibly John Reilly...

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Antique 1820s British William IV Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Silver

Rare French Naughty Painting Snuff Box with 18k Pique
Rare French Naughty Painting Snuff Box with 18k Pique

Rare French Naughty Painting Snuff Box with 18k Pique

Located in San Marcos, CA

One of the finest old Napoleonic era to Louis Philippe 'naughty' or highly sensual themed miniature painting-beset tortoise shell snuff boxes. The snuff box is adorned with hundreds...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Georgian Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Green Enamel and Diamond Shell Shaped Pill Box
18 Karat Yellow Green Enamel and Diamond Shell Shaped Pill Box

18 Karat Yellow Green Enamel and Diamond Shell Shaped Pill Box

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage 18ky gold and diamond shell or pumpkin shaped pill/snuff box with green enameling.

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty
A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty

A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty

Located in London, GB

A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty. A Canton carved tortoiseshell snuff box 19th Century Of circular shape and carved in high relief to the cover...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Tortoise Shell

circa 1800s Polished Snail Shell Snuff Box
circa 1800s Polished Snail Shell Snuff Box

circa 1800s Polished Snail Shell Snuff Box

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H 1.25 in W 2.25 in D 1.75 in

circa 1800s Polished Snail Shell Snuff Box

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A polished snail shell snuff box, circa 1800, French, Beaded brass mounts.

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Antique 19th Century French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Continental 18 Karat Gold-Mounted Cowry Shell Snuff Box, circa 1780
Antique Continental 18 Karat Gold-Mounted Cowry Shell Snuff Box, circa 1780

Antique Continental 18 Karat Gold-Mounted Cowry Shell Snuff Box, circa 1780

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique late 18th century rare Continental 18-karat gold mounted, cowry shell snuff box, the hinged covers beautifully engraved with hunting and scroll decoration, reeded decoration ...

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Antique Late 18th Century European Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Gold

Circa 1800s Polished Snail Shell Snuff Box
Circa 1800s Polished Snail Shell Snuff Box

Circa 1800s Polished Snail Shell Snuff Box

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H 2.25 in W 1.25 in D 1.75 in

Circa 1800s Polished Snail Shell Snuff Box

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A polished snail shell snuff box, c.1800, French, Beaded brass mounts.

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Antique Early 19th Century Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

19th Century Scottish Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box
19th Century Scottish Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box

19th Century Scottish Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Georgian cowrie shell snuff box Date : c1820 Period : George III / Regency Origin : Almost certainly Scottish provincial Decoration : Hinged silver cover with repousse and...

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Antique 1830s Scottish Regency Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

An exceptional silver mounted Shell Snuff Box made in London in 1841 by Edward E
An exceptional silver mounted Shell Snuff Box made in London in 1841 by Edward E

An exceptional silver mounted Shell Snuff Box made in London in 1841 by Edward E

Located in London, GB

The Shell Snuff Box is one of the most beautifully shaded examples which we have offered over the years, displaying a variety of unusual colours.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

A rare George III "Snail Shell" Snuff Box made by Matthew Linwood.
A rare George III "Snail Shell" Snuff Box made by Matthew Linwood.

A rare George III "Snail Shell" Snuff Box made by Matthew Linwood.

Located in London, GB

The Snuff Box is modelled as a large Snail Shell decorated on the sides and cover with wriggle work on a prick dot ground.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Boxes

A rare George III silver mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box made in Birmingham in 18
A rare George III silver mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box made in Birmingham in 18

A rare George III silver mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box made in Birmingham in 18

Located in London, GB

The beautifully shaded Cowrie shell displays plain silver mounts and the hinged cover is engraved with an outer Greek key border, concealed hinge, and central vacant shield shaped ca...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Tobacco Accessories

Montesquieu Portrait Tortoiseshell Snuff Box
Montesquieu Portrait Tortoiseshell Snuff Box

Montesquieu Portrait Tortoiseshell Snuff Box

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H 0.88 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in

Montesquieu Portrait Tortoiseshell Snuff Box

By Jacques Joseph de Gault

Located in New Orleans, LA

An exquisite miniature of French philosopher Charles Montesquieu graces the lid of this tortoiseshell-lined snuff box. The handsome portrait was fashioned by the renowned Jacques-Jos...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Georgian Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell with Hinged Lid Snuff Box
Georgian Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell with Hinged Lid Snuff Box

Georgian Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell with Hinged Lid Snuff Box

Located in New York, NY

Georgian, sterling silver-mounted Cowrie shell snuff box with hinged lid, London, 1815. Measures: 3" long x 2" deep x 1 1/2" high.

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Antique 19th Century British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tortoiseshell Snuff Box with Micomosaic and Gold, Early 19th Century
Tortoiseshell Snuff Box with Micomosaic and Gold, Early 19th Century

Tortoiseshell Snuff Box with Micomosaic and Gold, Early 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Rectangular snuff box in brown tortoiseshell and gold. The interior of the box is entirely lined with gold. The hinged lid is decorated with a rectangular micromosaic featuring a vie...

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Antique 1820s Italian Restauration Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Stone, Gold

Georgian Silver Box Clam Shell Shape, Birmingham, 1810
Georgian Silver Box Clam Shell Shape, Birmingham, 1810

Georgian Silver Box Clam Shell Shape, Birmingham, 1810

By Wardle & Kempson

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Georgian silver box clam shell shape, Birmingham 1810 Wardle & Kempson. The suff or pill box of hinged clam shell design, hallmarked on interior. Measures: 2.25 x 1.5 x .50 inches. W...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Early to Mid-19th Century Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-Pearl Card Case
Early to Mid-19th Century Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-Pearl Card Case

Early to Mid-19th Century Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-Pearl Card Case

Located in Atlanta, GA

A finely fashioned rectangular calling card case, constructed in rich, mottled tortoiseshell and framed with geometric mother-of-pearl corner panels, the contrasting materials creati...

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Antique Early 19th Century English British Colonial Snuff Boxes and Toba...

Materials

Shell

English Tortoiseshell and Silver Mounted Card Case, Circa 1830
English Tortoiseshell and Silver Mounted Card Case, Circa 1830

English Tortoiseshell and Silver Mounted Card Case, Circa 1830

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Georgian-era tortoiseshell card case of refined, minimalist form, circa 1830 or earlier, the surfaces composed of richly patterned shell plates in mottled honey, chestnut, and espr...

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Antique Early 19th Century English British Colonial Snuff Boxes and Toba...

Materials

Shell

Antique Regency Boulle Tobacco Jar
Antique Regency Boulle Tobacco Jar

Antique Regency Boulle Tobacco Jar

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

An exceptional quality Regency period Boulle and Contra Boulle cylindrical tobacco jar with solid brass mouldings.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Brass

Tortoiseshell gold inlaid snuff box
Tortoiseshell gold inlaid snuff box

Tortoiseshell gold inlaid snuff box

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H 1.75 in W 3.75 in D 2 in

Tortoiseshell gold inlaid snuff box

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine English or Continental tortoiseshell gold inlaid snuff box depicting a neoclassical architectural scene. Circa 1800.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Gold

English Tortoiseshell Shaped Snuff Box with Yellow Metal Inlay

English Tortoiseshell Shaped Snuff Box with Yellow Metal Inlay

Located in San Francisco, CA

A rare English tortoiseshell shaped snuff box with yellow metal inlay.

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique Victorian Silver Card Case Trinket and Snuff Box Regency Grand Tour 19ct
Antique Victorian Silver Card Case Trinket and Snuff Box Regency Grand Tour 19ct

Antique Victorian Silver Card Case Trinket and Snuff Box Regency Grand Tour 19ct

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Depth: 2.25” (5.5cms). ------------------------------------ Rectangular well figured Tortoiseshell hinged lid trinket or snuff box, possibly Regency period Condition: Tin...

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

George III Snuffer Tray & Scissors Made in London in 1818 by William Eaton
George III Snuffer Tray & Scissors Made in London in 1818 by William Eaton

George III Snuffer Tray & Scissors Made in London in 1818 by William Eaton

By William Eaton

Located in London, GB

The Snuffer scissors are beautifully decorated with foliate scrolls, shell details and gadrooning. The Snuffing box is also engraved with the same Crest, as seen on the tray.

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Antique 1810s English George III Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Framed tortoise shell snuff box with a miniature portrait, c. 1775
Framed tortoise shell snuff box with a miniature portrait, c. 1775

Framed tortoise shell snuff box with a miniature portrait, c. 1775

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Circular tortoise shell snuff box with a finely painted miniature portrait of a gentleman set in the glazed lid with a rose gold bezel.

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Antique Late 18th Century British Shadow Boxes

Materials

Enamel

George III Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box with Hinged Lid
George III Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box with Hinged Lid

George III Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box with Hinged Lid

Located in New York, NY

George III, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) helmet cowrie shell snuff box with hinged lid, Scotland, Ca. 1790.

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Antique 1790s Scottish George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

18th Century English Snuff Box
18th Century English Snuff Box

18th Century English Snuff Box

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H 1 in W 2.75 in D 2 in

18th Century English Snuff Box

Located in Austin, TX

An antique English silver inlaid shell-form snuff box. 18th century, mother-of-pearl shell inlay.

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Antique 1710s English Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Mappin & Webb 1928 Birmingham Pill Box In Tortoise Shell And Sterling Silver
Mappin & Webb 1928 Birmingham Pill Box In Tortoise Shell And Sterling Silver

Mappin & Webb 1928 Birmingham Pill Box In Tortoise Shell And Sterling Silver

By Mappin & Webb

Located in Miami, FL

Round pill box designed by Mappin & Webb. Beautiful and unusual round pill box, created in Birmingham England at the silversmiths atelier of Mappin & Webb, back in the 1928. This bo...

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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tessellated Abalone Shell Brass Inlaid Cigarette Tobacco Trinket Box Mexico
Tessellated Abalone Shell Brass Inlaid Cigarette Tobacco Trinket Box Mexico

Tessellated Abalone Shell Brass Inlaid Cigarette Tobacco Trinket Box Mexico

By Pepe Mendoza

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

1950s mahogany lined brass and tessellated abalone cigarette box from Mexico.

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Brass

Tortoiseshell Cigarette Case
Tortoiseshell Cigarette Case

Tortoiseshell Cigarette Case

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H 5 in W 2.75 in D 0.75 in

Tortoiseshell Cigarette Case

Located in New York, NY

Tortoiseshell cigarette case. Antique tortoiseshell covered cigarette case with removable lid. Very richly figured tortoiseshell decorative box in shades of caramel and mahogany for ...

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Antique Early 1900s English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Early to Mid-19th Century Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-Pearl Card Case
Early to Mid-19th Century Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-Pearl Card Case

Early to Mid-19th Century Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-Pearl Card Case

Located in Atlanta, GA

A finely fashioned rectangular calling card case, constructed in rich, mottled tortoiseshell and framed with geometric mother-of-pearl corner panels, the contrasting materials creati...

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Antique Early 19th Century English British Colonial Snuff Boxes and Toba...

Materials

Shell

Georgian Faux Tortoiseshell & Silver Mounted Hinged Cigar Case C. 1830
Georgian Faux Tortoiseshell & Silver Mounted Hinged Cigar Case C. 1830

Georgian Faux Tortoiseshell & Silver Mounted Hinged Cigar Case C. 1830

Located in Atlanta, GA

This finely constructed cigar case is executed in a richly mottled tortoiseshell veneer, carefully framed and edged with ivory colored mounts and inlaid panels. The exterior presents...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Shell

European Collection Of Antique 19th Century Snuff Boxes
European Collection Of Antique 19th Century Snuff Boxes

European Collection Of Antique 19th Century Snuff Boxes

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

The collection includes: - One round hand-painted porcelain jewelry box illustrating a romantic mythological scene with two women and a child. - One pewter box with a hand hammere...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Brass, Pewter

Antique Victorian Jewellery Casket Trinket and Snuff Box Regency Grand Tour 19ct
Antique Victorian Jewellery Casket Trinket and Snuff Box Regency Grand Tour 19ct

Antique Victorian Jewellery Casket Trinket and Snuff Box Regency Grand Tour 19ct

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Depth: 1.5” (4cms). ------------------------------------ Rectangular figured Cow Horn hinged lid trinket or snuff box, possibly Regency period Condition: Good condition. ...

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Novelty George 111 Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, Dated circa 1790
Novelty George 111 Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, Dated circa 1790

Novelty George 111 Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, Dated circa 1790

Located in London, GB

George 111 silver cowrie shell snuff box, dated circa 1790 Mounted in unmarked silver with a lovely pie crust edge, following the contour on one side.

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Antique 1790s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Irish George III Silver Mounted Shell Snuff Box by Aeneas Ryan
Irish George III Silver Mounted Shell Snuff Box by Aeneas Ryan

Irish George III Silver Mounted Shell Snuff Box by Aeneas Ryan

Located in New York, NY

This Irish George III period snuff box, made in Dublin, is formed by a large olive shell mounted with sterling silver, incised with neoclassical motifs.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Irish Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Shell Box
Shell Box

Shell Box

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H 2 in Dm 3 in

Shell Box

Located in Richmond, VA

Sculptural vintage shell box with hinged gold tone lid. Use to store small trinkets or pills.

Category

20th Century Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Shell

Victorian Novelty Silver Mussel Shell Vesta Case by Hillard & Thomason, 1881
Victorian Novelty Silver Mussel Shell Vesta Case by Hillard & Thomason, 1881

Victorian Novelty Silver Mussel Shell Vesta Case by Hillard & Thomason, 1881

By Hilliard & Thomason

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

A rare Victorian novelty silver vesta case made in the form of a Mussel Shell, with hinged flip-top lid and prick-dot and scratch engraved decoration to simulate a real shell. By ...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Musical Laurencekirk Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes
Musical Laurencekirk Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes

Musical Laurencekirk Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes

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H 1.11 in W 3.75 in D 2.37 in

Musical Laurencekirk Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes

Located in Zonhoven, BE

Snuffbox with music made in Switzerland in the first half of the 19th century. This rare snuffbox plays 2 melodies, on a sectional comb. The comb is thus composed of several section...

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Antique 1840s Swiss Early Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Iron

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Antique Snuff Box of a Head of a Boy

Antique Snuff Box of a Head of a Boy

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H 1.25 in W 2 in D 1.5 in

Antique Snuff Box of a Head of a Boy

Located in Baltimore, MD

The charming boy looks at you with a sweet smile, his container full of snuff to make you happy. He is carved of fruitwood, the lid lined with tortoise shell.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mahogany, Tortoise Shell

Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes with Flowerpot to the lid
Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes with Flowerpot to the lid

Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes with Flowerpot to the lid

Located in Zonhoven, BE

Snuffbox with music made in Switzerland in the first half of the 19th century. This rare snuffbox plays 2 melodies, on a sectional comb. The comb is thus composed of several section...

Category

Antique 1840s Swiss Early Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Iron

Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes with historical decor to the lid
Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes with historical decor to the lid

Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes with historical decor to the lid

Located in Zonhoven, BE

Snuffbox with music made in Switzerland in the first half of the 19th century. This rare snuffbox plays 2 melodies, on a sectional comb. The comb is thus composed of several section...

Category

Antique 1840s Swiss Early Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Iron

Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes depicting a Bouquet of Flowers to the lid
Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes depicting a Bouquet of Flowers to the lid

Musical Snuff Box Playing 2 Tunes depicting a Bouquet of Flowers to the lid

Located in Zonhoven, BE

Snuffbox with music made in Switzerland in the first half of the 19th century. This rare snuffbox plays 2 melodies, on a sectional comb. The comb is thus composed of several section...

Category

Antique 1840s Swiss Early Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Iron

Rare French Tortoise Shell Portrait Miniature Snuff Box
Rare French Tortoise Shell Portrait Miniature Snuff Box

Rare French Tortoise Shell Portrait Miniature Snuff Box

Located in San Marcos, CA

Perhaps slight abrasions to the bottom of the tortoise shell box from resting on surfaces, but nothing else to report.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Georgian Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

George III Sterling Silver Shell Shaped Snuff Box by Matthew Linwood
George III Sterling Silver Shell Shaped Snuff Box by Matthew Linwood

George III Sterling Silver Shell Shaped Snuff Box by Matthew Linwood

By Matthew Linwood

Located in London, GB

Charming sterling silver George III shell shaped snuff box. Maker: Matthew Linwood.

Category

Antique 1810s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Chinese Enamel Snuff Box in Shell Form, Qianlong Period, circa 1770
Chinese Enamel Snuff Box in Shell Form, Qianlong Period, circa 1770

Chinese Enamel Snuff Box in Shell Form, Qianlong Period, circa 1770

Located in Geelong, Victoria

Rare Chinese export snuff box, enamel on copper, of scallop shell form, the one half naturalistically modelled and painted, the other similarly decorated with the addition of several...

Category

Antique 1770s Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Enamel

English Sterling Mounted Shell Cigarette Box
English Sterling Mounted Shell Cigarette Box

English Sterling Mounted Shell Cigarette Box

Located in Austin, TX

English sterling mounted "Cigarettes" box, with 925 sterling hallmark by Cornelius Saunders and Francis Shepard, Birmingham, Chester, circa 1900. The hinged lid opens to a wood lined...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Located in Houston, TX

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Shell Snuff Box For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic shell snuff box available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bone and tortoise shell, every shell snuff box was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer shell snuff box, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A shell snuff box, designed in the Georgian, Regency or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made shell snuff box over the years, but those crafted by Jacques Joseph de Gault, Edward Cornock and Gabriella Crespi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Shell Snuff Box?

A shell snuff box can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,350, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $57,214.

Finding the Right Decorative-objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.