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George III Antique Silver Pocket Snuff Box, John Shaw 1811.
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George III Antique Silver Pocket Snuff Box, John Shaw 1811.

18th century
Sold 25 October 2024 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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An unusual shaped George III silver pocket snuff box. Made in Birmingham in 1811 by John Shaw. The box has canted corners and vacant cartouches on the top and bottom. The interior is fully gilded and there are hallmarks on the base and lid. The seven part hinge is tight and the top fits really well. A beautiful Georgian silver box and a great addition to any collection.

WEIGHT; 55 grams or 1.8 ozst approx.

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Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1050199
Dealers Internal Reference
6125-042
Description
An unusual shaped George III silver pocket snuff box. Made in Birmingham in 1811 by John Shaw. The box has canted corners and vacant cartouches on the top and bottom. The interior is fully gilded and there are hallmarks on the base and lid. The seven part hinge is tight and the top fits really well. A beautiful Georgian silver box and a great addition to any collection.

WEIGHT; 55 grams or 1.8 ozst approx.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, over the phone, PayPal or Stripe.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1050199
Dealers Internal Ref
6125-042
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 antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Antique Silver Pocket Snuff Box, John Shaw 1811.

Archive II A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. View II
Archive III A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. View III
Archive IV A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. View IV
Archive V A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. View V
Archive VI A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides. View IX
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Highland Antiques Ltd

Highland Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07809 301264
Location
Aberdeen
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/highlandltd
Verified Since Feb 2023
Items For Sale 102
Items Sold 333
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A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides.
George III antique silver pocket snuff box, John Shaw 1811.
Ref: SA1050199
A rectangular antique silver pocket snuff box featuring detailed floral and vine engravings on the hinged lid and patterned texturing on the sides.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFloral engraving, Hinged lid, Blank cartouche, Cross-hatch texturing
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Georgian silver snuff boxes gained immense popularity during the 18th and early 19th centuries as tobacco consumption via snuff became a fashionable social ritual among the upper classes, leading to highly ornate goldsmith and silversmith output.

These pieces were typically handcrafted from sterling silver using techniques such as casting, repousse, chased detailing, and hand-engraving, often featuring gilded interiors to prevent corrosion from the tobacco.

Authentic pieces bear official British hallmark stamps, including a makers mark, a standard mark for sterling silver, a duty mark indicating payment of tax, and a date letter corresponding to the assay office records.

These small objects serve as sophisticated decorative accents when displayed on a mantelpiece, coffee table tray, or within a glass-fronted cabinet alongside other curiosities.

Silver should be cleaned infrequently using a non-abrasive microfibre cloth and specialised silver polish, avoiding harsh dips that can strip away the authentic patination accumulated over centuries.
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