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Place of Origin: English
19th Century English Long Silver Trinket Box
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century English long silver trinket box.
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Mid-20th Century English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Silver

Adie Brothers Ltd Antique 1920s Yellow Gold Vesta Case
By Adie Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English 9 karat yellow gold vesta case; an addition to our boxes and cases collection. This exceptional antique George V English...
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1920s George V Vintage English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Sentry Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and enamel sentry vesta case; an addition to our range of collectable silver cases. This exceptional an...
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1880s Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Edwardian 9K Rose Gold and Enamel Cigarette Case
By Joseph Gloster
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Edwardian English 9-karat rose gold and enamel cigarette case; an addition to our diverse range of smoking related silverware. This exceptional antique Edwardian 9ct rose gold cigarette case has a plain rectangular form with rounded corners. This antique case has a subtly curved form proffering a comfortable fit in the majority of pockets. The anterior cover is ornamented with an impressive enamel panel depicting four jockeys riding horses in a race, with stands full of spectators in the background. The enamel panel is further embellished with the caption 'Cambridgeshire 1902'. The posterior cover is embellished with contemporary engraved inscriptions in the form of a business card, denoting: the telegraphic address 'Shamefaced, London', the telephone details 'No 112 Avenue, 9890 Central', the name 'E Israel', the job position 'Turf Commission Agent', in addition to the address '16 Philpot Lane E.C.'. The rounded sides of the cigarette case are plain and unembellished. This hallmarked antique cigarette case...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Gold, Enamel

19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver Boar Vesta Box
By James Barclay Hennell
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta box modelled in the form of a boar; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection This magnificent antique Victorian cast sterling silver vesta box has been realistically modelled in the form of a boar. This impressive antique vesta case is embellished with details replicating the features of the boar's coat of fur and anatomical features. The back of the boar incorporates a hallmarked hinged cover which opens to reveal the serrated panel/match striker. The secondary hallmarked hinged panel opens to reveal the original gilt interior; this is faciliated with a thumbpiece modelled in the form of the boar's tail. Such magnificent period examples are rare and becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique Victorian vesta box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the body, in addition to part hallmarks to the interior of each hinged cover are very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique vesta box...
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1880s Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Basket Weave Snuff Box, Joseph Willmore, Birmingham, 1837
By Joseph Willmore
Located in London, GB
A Basket Weave Snuff Box, Joseph Willmore, Birmingham, 1837. An unusual basket weave Snuff Box made in Birmingham Additional information: Height: 2 cm / 1" Width: 1 cm / "
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19th Century Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Silver plate and Shagreen Cigarettte Case
Located in London, GB
A fine and unusual silver plate and shagreen cigarette case. Shagreen was a popular but rare material used in the 19th century on certain fine pieces, such as clocks and cases. Its b...
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1890s Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Shagreen

England 1780 Georgian Battersea Enamel Baroque Decorated Box in Gilded Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
Late 18th century Georgian Battersea enamel box. A beautiful antique English Battersea Bilston table snuff box, created in the district of Bat...
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1780s George III Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Bronze, Enamel

George II Silver Mounted Mother of Pearl Snuff Box, circa 1730
Located in London, GB
A Rare Early George II Silver Mounted Mother of Pearl Snuff Box. Made Most Probably in London circa 1730 The Snuff Box is modelled in an oval form with silver sides and hinge decora...
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18th Century George II Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Silver

English Gold And Hardstone Snuff Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
This 18th-century English snuff box is composed of a beautiful dark hardstone body encased in gold casework mounts. The box opens with a hinged lid, allowing snuff stored inside to b...
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Gold

George III Gold Mounted Snuff Box for a Lady Made in London, circa 1790
Located in London, GB
A Fine George III Gold Mounted Snuff Box, Most Probably for a Lady. Made Almost Certainly in London circa 1790. The Snuff Box is of an unusual smaller size and was most probably for...
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18th Century George III Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Frederick Marson Antique Victorian English Sterling Silver Table Snuff Box
By Frederick Marson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver table snuff box; an addition to our diverse silverware collection. This fine antique sterling silver table snuff box has a rectangular form with rounded corners. The surface of this Victorian snuff box...
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1870s Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Decorative Table Snuff Box 1861 Horse Racing
By George Unite
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique Victorian solid Silver Table Snuff Box with an ornate chased border and an engraved horse racing scene on the lid. The rectangular Box has a decorative shaped b...
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19th Century Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver

18th Century South Staffordshire Snuff Box
Located in Basildon, GB
An 18th Century South Staffordshire Snuff Box, painted with figures and a boat by a classical colonnade . 3.25" wide x 2.5" depth x 1.5" high
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18th Century Rococo Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Bronze, Enamel

1927 Shargreen Cigarette Box Given to Jockey Bernard Brownie Carslake Shark Skin
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare circa 1900 Shargreen cigarette box present to the Jockey Bernard Brownie Carlsake in 1927 A very rare good looking a...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Shagreen

Tobacco Jar, by Keith Murray for Wedgwood, circa 1930
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
One of Murray's particularly successful designs, the Tobacco Jar stands as a testament to the singular beauty of line and form, with no need for additional decoration. This example i...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Stoneware

Early 19th Century Georgian Burr Birch Pocket Snuff Box, England, circa 1820
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very handsome early 19th century Georgian pocket snuff box, the richly figured burr birch case inlaid with ebony stringing and an ebony shield-shaped cartouche, the functioning lid opening on wooden...
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Birch

Georgian Tobacco Honesty Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
This rare brass box would have been a coveted contraption in the finest English pubs of the 18th and 19th centuries. Known as an “honesty” box, the rectang...
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19th Century Georgian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Brass

Snuff Box in the form of Columbine, with diamond eyes. Gouyn C1754.
By Charles Gouyn
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A marvellous little piece of porcelain from this little-known maker. A snuff box, modelled as Colombine from the Commedia Dell'Arte. The face would seem to be that of a particular ac...
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Mid-18th Century Neoclassical Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Gold

William & Mary Snuff Box Made in London, circa 1690
Located in London, GB
A Very Rare William & Mary Snuff Box Made in London circa 1690. Maker's Mark of Ah With a Crown Above and a Cinquefoil Below. The Snuff Box is of escutcheon form with plain sides an...
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17th Century William and Mary Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Coal Bucket
Located in London, GB
Exceptional Art Nouveau brass with copper coal bucket with ribbon on top.
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Brass, Copper

Antique Snuff Trinket Box Ebonized Wood Porcelain Miniature Portrait Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Ebonized wood hinged snuff box embellished with miniature portrait of young lady hand-painted on porcelain plaque, surrounded by brass border.   
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1830s Early Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Porcelain, Wood

1980s English Metal Black Trinket Box with Egyptian Art Decoration
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s English metal black trinket box with Egyptian art decoration.
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Late 20th Century English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Metal

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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1760s Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Enamel, Ormolu

English 18th Century Gold-Mounted Agate Snuff-Box
Located in Paris, FR
Agate box or snuff-box in of circular form with gently bombé sides, the gold mounted lid is chased with scrollwork. Probably Georges II period. Unmarked gold...
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1750s George II Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Agate, Gold

Not only for tobacco: Cast Iron English Old Box
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare English tobacco cast iron box, Victorian time: for connoisseurs ! If You don't smoke, it serves as a paperweight and it's beautiful to admire on You...
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19th Century Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Cast Stone

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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19th Century Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Tortoise Shell

England 1810 Georgian Battersea Enamel Neoclassical Decorated Box
Located in Miami, FL
Early 19th century Georgian Battersea enamel box. A beautiful antique English Battersea Bilston table snuff box, created in the district of Ba...
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1810s George IV Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Bronze, Enamel

Large English Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1956 H. Pidduck
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Large English sterling silver cigarette case Birmingham 1956, H. Pidduck and Sons. Unusual engine turned decoration design both exterior and ...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Antique Old English Tobacco Box, Mahogany with Brass Banding
Located in New Orleans, LA
A wonderful old tobacco box with handsome banding.  
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Late 19th Century Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Brass

Antique English Brass Anvil Matchstrike
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique English Brass Anvil Matchstrike, Realistically cast and modeled, as an anvil, with lift top revealing the match caddy and strike on the lid, resting on a rope edge oval base....
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19th Century High Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Brass

Antique English Golden Oak Mechanical Smoker's Box, Circa 1890's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English golden oak mechanical smoker's box, circa 1890's.
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Late 19th Century Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Brass

MId-19th Century Antique Brass English Snuff Box Etched Design
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid 20th century antique brass snuff box with a beautiful etched design. A nice piece for any collector or just great little snuff box. From a ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Brass

A carved boxwood prisoner of war battleship snuff box
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A carved boxwood prisoner of war battleship snuff box. This small snuff box is carved in the form of a 112-gun ship of the line with a removable quarte...
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19th Century Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Boxwood

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tobacco Box by William M Hayes
By William Hayes
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver tobacco box has a plain circular rounded form. The underside of this box has a subtly concave form proffering a comfortable fit in the majority of pockets. The surface of this antique silver tobacco box is plain and unembellished. This silver tobacco tin or box retains the original sprung flush hinged hallmarked subtly convex cover, which opens by applying gentle pressure to each side. The interior of the box retains the original gilding. This antique Edwardian piece is an exceptional example for its type. Condition This antique tobacco box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The box has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. Full hallmarks and part hallmarks struck to the interior of the box are all very clear. Dimensions Diameter 8.7cm/3.4" Height 2.4cm/0.9" Weight 3 troy ounces/92.7g Maker: William M Hayes...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Silver

Aesthetic Movement Oak Pipe Rack with a Japanese Style Brass Fretwork Backplate
By Edward William Godwin
Located in London, GB
Aesthetic Movement. An oak pipe rack with a Japanese-style brass fretwork backplate, and a tobacco draw with brass handle.
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1870s Aesthetic Movement Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Brass

Unusual Horn and Silver Puzzle Snuff Box, 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The outer ring slides to allow the snuff box to be opened. Engraved Silver Monogram on top.
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19th Century Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Horn

Duke of Clarence Sterling Silver Snuff Box
Located in New York, NY
Duke of Clarence sterling silver snuff box. Antique ebonized wood and sterling silver box with the profile of the son of Queen Victoria. England, la...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Box with Brass Plaque
Located in Toronto, CA
Rectangular 19th century box with an oval brass plaque without engraving. The exterior has been re-polished over time. It has a nice warm patina. The int...
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Mahogany

English Pewter Decorative Foliage and Figural Gadrooned Tobacco Jar, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Pewter decorative foliage and figural tobacco jar with a molded edge lid and gadrooning rope borders, Late 18th Century.
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1780s George III Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Pewter

George III Sterling Silver Gilt Tobacco Box
By Hester Bateman
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique English sterling silver gilt tobacco box; an addition to our 18th century collection This exceptional English antique George III sterling silver gilt tobacco box has an oval form. The surface of this antique box is plain and retains the original gilding. This antique tobacco box retains the original push fit cover embellished with an impressive shield shaped cartouche displaying the crest of a bull below the engraved name 'F Daw'. The surface of the cover is further ornamented with impressive bright cut engraved floral festoon and ribbon bow designs. The rim of the cover is encompassed with a thread decorated border. This impressive example of Georgian silverware was crafted by the renowned and collectable female silversmith Hester Bateman; such examples crafted by this lady silversmith...
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1780s George III Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver and Enamel Art Deco "Naughty" Cigarette Case. Dated 1928
Located in Incline Village, NV
Offered for sale is a risque Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case, often referred to as a "naughty" because of it's bawdy subject matter; that being; of ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Enamel, Sterling Silver

Rare George IV period gilt sterling silver topers snuff box made in London 1821
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1821 by Christopher John Buckler, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Snuff Box, is gilt, and features a cast "Topers" scene on the lid of three gentlemen ...
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1820s George IV Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Set of 24 Painted Papier Mache and Metal Snuff Boxes
Located in Long Island City, NY
This diverse set of early 19th-century English painted snuff boxes, of various shapes and sizes, are finely decorated with a variety of subjects, inc...
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1830s George IV Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Metal

Tiny Regency Partridgewood Tea Caddy
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A charming and extremely rare Regency period 19th century partridge wood tea caddy, of incredibly small proportions, having elegant pagoda shaped top enclosing lined interior raised on original brass ball feet. This is one of the smallest tea caddies we have ever seen. It also really is very charming indeed. The shape has real elegance and the overall package is just so very rare. Partridge wood is a wood imported from South America towards the end of the 18th and early 19th centuries. Available in particularly small sheets it was almost exclusively used in cross banded, or inlaid decorations or for very small decorative boxes...
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Early 19th Century Regency Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Other

Sterling Silver Art Deco "Risque" Cigarette Case of British Origin. Circa 1925
Located in Incline Village, NV
Art Deco "naughty" sterling silver novelty item; a cigarette case depicting a reclining nude woman on a bed in suggestive pose; hand painted enamel on oval raised plaque; with bright...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

English Mahogany Wooden Box with Lid and Lock
Located in Marbella, ES
English Mahogany Wooden Box with Lid and Lock
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Mid-20th Century English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Mahogany

Turned Lignum Vitae Tobacco Jar
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good early 19th Century turned Lignum Vitae tobacco jar, the stepped lid with acorn finial, over cylindrical ring turned body, the whole with good rich color and striking contrast wi...
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Wood

English Leather and Tin Tobacco Caddy
By Frederic Hewitt
Located in Greenwich, CT
An English 19th century tobacco caddy of tin covered in stitched shagreen, of oblong hexagonal form with a lid surmounted by a silver whippet, retaining ...
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Mid-19th Century Early Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Brass

George III Concentric Snuff Box Made in London in London by Joseph Ash I, 1807
By Joseph Ash I
Located in London, GB
An Extremely Rare George III Concentric Snuff Box Made in London in London in 1807 by Joseph Ash I. As with vinaigrettes, concentric Snuff Boxes are rare. This example is circular i...
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19th Century George III Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

English Porcelain Cottage Pastille Burner, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
English Porcelain cottage pastille burner, circa 1820.
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1820s Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Porcelain

Antique Sterling Silver Combination Vesta and Tobacco Box
By Smith & Bartlam
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver combination vesta and tobacco box; an addition to our smoking related silverware collection This exceptional antique George V sterling silver tobacco box has a plain circular rounded form. The upper portion of this antique silver...
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1910s Vintage English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Table Snuff Box by Edward Farrell (1824)
By Edward Farrell
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique George IV English sterling silver gilt table snuff box; an addition to our antique box collection. This magnificent antique George IV sterling silver gilt table snuff box has an oval rounded form. The body of this impressive antique snuff box...
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1820s Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Burlwood Erotic Snuff Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
There is much more to this exquisite Georgian snuffbox than meets the eye. Beautifully crafted of striking burlwood, this unassuming box features a lining of precious tortoiseshell and a false bottom, which, when gently unscrewed, reveals a miniature erotic painting of exceptional detail. Erotic antiques...
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19th Century Other Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Tortoise Shell, Burl

Queen Anne Britannia 'Vento and Vellis' 'Wind and Speed' Silver Tobacco Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Queen Anne English Britannia silver tobacco box; an addition to our 18th century collection. This exceptional and rare antique Queen Anne English Britannia silver* tobacco box has an oval form. The surface of the body is plain and unembellished. This antique tobacco box retains the original push fit cover embellished with an impressive engraved scene depicting an impressive East Indiaman...
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Early 1700s Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Britannia Standard Silver

Taylor and Perry 1830s Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Vinaigrette
By Taylor & Perry
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver gilt castle top vinaigrette depicting Abbotsford House; an addition to our collectable box collection. This exceptional antique sterling silver gilt vinaigrette has a rectangular form with rounded corners. The cover of this fine vinaigrette is embellished with a scene of Abbotsford House in high relief. The sides of the box are embellished with panels of engine turned decoration. The underside of the box is ornamented with engine turned decoration incorporating a rectangular cartouche displaying the contemporary engraved initials 'EA'. Both the base and cover are embellished with applied scrolling leaf decorated borders. The hinged silver gilt vinaigrette cover allows access to the original hallmarked hinged, pierced decorated silver gilt grille, in addition to the original sponge. This Birmingham silver vinaigrette retains the original gilding to the interior and exterior surfaces. A historical country house which was the former residence of renowned novelist and poet Sir Walter Scott, situated in the Scottish...
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1830s Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Dunhill Cork and Leather Tobacco Jar
By Dunhill
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome cork and leather tobacco jar from London. Beautiful patina to the cork and leather. Jar can be used as a tobacco, weed, or stash jar. Cork is a clas...
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1950s Vintage English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Leather, Cork

Nine Victorian Ormolu-Mounted Black Banded Agate Snuff Boxes, 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
Nine Victorian ormolu-mounted black banded agate snuff boxes. Some in oval and others in square shapes.
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19th Century Victorian Antique English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Agate

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