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George IV Antique Silver “Pedlar” Snuff Box, John Linnet 1823
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George IV Antique Silver “Pedlar” Snuff Box, John Linnet 1823

18th century
Sold 19 December 2025 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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An extremely rare and famous George IV silver snuff box. Cast with the Pedlar design on the lid, made by John Linnet of London 1823. An icon snuff box which is in excellent undamaged condition, fully gilded and hallmarked inside. It's 17 part hinge is tight and the lid closes firmly. John Linnet is rightly described as one of England's greatest box makers, he worked from 1809 till his death sometime after 1824. The design is of a Pedlar selling bottles of wine in a market place. A valuable collectors piece.

WEIGHT; 203 grams or 6.5 ozst approx.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this George IV Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1002871
Dealers Internal Reference
6893-0571
Description
An extremely rare and famous George IV silver snuff box. Cast with the Pedlar design on the lid, made by John Linnet of London 1823. An icon snuff box which is in excellent undamaged condition, fully gilded and hallmarked inside. It's 17 part hinge is tight and the lid closes firmly.
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John Linnet is rightly described as one of England's greatest box makers, he worked from 1809 till his death sometime after 1824.
Highland Antiques Ltd

The design is of a Pedlar selling bottles of wine in a market place. A valuable collectors piece.

WEIGHT; 203 grams or 6.5 ozst approx.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, over the phone, by Paypal or cleared cheque.

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this George IV Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1002871
Dealers Internal Ref
6893-0571
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George IV Antique Silver “Pedlar” Snuff Box, John Linnet 1823

Archive II A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. View II
Archive III A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. View III
Archive IV A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. View IV
Archive V A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. View V
Archive VI A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid. View VIII
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A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid.
George IV antique silver “Pedlar” snuff box, John Linnet 1823
Ref: SA1002871
A rectangular George IV sterling silver snuff box featuring a high-relief embossed depiction of a pedlar figure on the lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSnuff Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHigh-relief repousse, Pedlar figural scene, Engraved borders
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

The George IV period, spanning from 1820 to 1830, is characterised by ornate, high-relief chasing, classical revival motifs, and heavy gauge sterling silver construction.

These items were typically fabricated from solid sterling silver using techniques such as die-stamping, hand-chasing, and gilding on the interior to prevent corrosion from the contents.

Authenticity is verified by examining the hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include a makers mark, a standard mark for sterling silver, a duty mark indicating the reigning monarch, and a date letter.

Such small collectable items are often displayed on a desk, within a glass-topped cabinet, or styled on a tray alongside other historical curiosities to add textural interest and a narrative element to a room.

Antique silver should be cleaned infrequently using a non-abrasive silver cloth to maintain the natural patina and avoid wearing down delicate relief details, storing it in a tarnish-resistant environment.
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