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George III Antique Silver Gilt Pocket Snuff Box, London 1802
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George III Antique Silver Gilt Pocket Snuff Box, London 1802

18th century
Sold 15 November 2024 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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A stunning George III antique silver gilt pocket snuff box. Made in London in 1802, makers mark is rubbed. The 9 part hinge is tight and the lid closes firmly. There are a good set of hallmarks on the lip of the lid and part marks on one end. The box is covered in cast boxes each with a flower in it. There is crest on the top and an inscription on the inside ofvthe lid. The box is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. The gilding is slightly worn on the highpoints as you would expect with a 222 year old antique. A great addition to your collection.

WEIGHT; 93 grams or 3 ozst approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1081854
Dealers Internal Reference
7226-053
Description
A stunning George III antique silver gilt pocket snuff box. Made in London in 1802, makers mark is rubbed. The 9 part hinge is tight and the lid closes firmly. There are a good set of hallmarks on the lip of the lid and part marks on one end. The box is covered in cast boxes each with a flower in it. There is crest on the top and an inscription on the inside ofvthe lid. The box is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. The gilding is slightly worn on the highpoints as you would expect with a 222 year old antique. A great addition to your collection.

WEIGHT; 93 grams or 3 ozst approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1081854
Dealers Internal Ref
7226-053
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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An ornate George III silver gilt pocket snuff box featuring a hinged lid and geometric floral engraving against a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An ornate George III silver gilt pocket snuff box featuring a hinged lid and geometric floral engraving against a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Antique Silver Gilt Pocket Snuff Box, London 1802

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An ornate George III silver gilt pocket snuff box featuring a hinged lid and geometric floral engraving against a white background.
George III antique silver gilt pocket snuff box, London 1802
Ref: SA1081854
An ornate George III silver gilt pocket snuff box featuring a hinged lid and geometric floral engraving against a white background.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSilver Gilt
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsHinged lid, Floral engraving, Geometric panels, Monogram cartouche
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

George III silver snuff boxes were popular pocket accessories used during the Georgian era to hold powdered tobacco, often featuring intricate hand-engraved motifs and hallmarks denoting their origin and silver purity.

These boxes were traditionally fabricated from sterling silver and subsequently coated in a thin layer of gold, known as silver gilt or vermeil, using fire gilding techniques alongside chased or engraved ornamentation.

Authentic pieces are identified through official hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include the assay office mark, date letter, makers mark, and the lion passant indicating sterling silver.

An antique snuff box can be displayed as a decorative accent on a mantelpiece, coffee table, or within a glass-fronted cabinet to add metallic texture and historical interest to contemporary spaces.

Antique silver gilt should be dusted gently with a soft microfiber cloth and kept away from harsh chemical polishes or abrasive materials, which can strip away the delicate gold wash over the silver.
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