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An Unusual Antique Snuff Box - Love Token
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An Unusual Antique Snuff Box - Love Token

19th century
Sold 2 January 2025 · Opus Antiques
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A very unusual shaped snuff shoe inlaid with brass hearts and diamonds, obviously made as a love token for someone. There is a sliding lid with an inlaid diamond. On the sole is brass pique work as well.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

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A very unusual shaped snuff shoe inlaid with brass hearts and diamonds, obviously made as a love token for someone. There is a sliding lid with an inlaid diamond. On the sole is brass pique work as well.
Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1105763
Opus Antiques
Opus Antiques
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Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items

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Archive I A small shoe-shaped antique wooden snuff box featuring brass inlay accents in the form of hearts and a diamond. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Unusual Antique Snuff Box - Love Token

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A small shoe-shaped antique wooden snuff box featuring brass inlay accents in the form of hearts and a diamond.
An Unusual Antique Snuff Box - love token
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A small shoe-shaped antique wooden snuff box featuring brass inlay accents in the form of hearts and a diamond.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialHardwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsShoe shape, Brass inlay, Heart motifs, Diamond inlay

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Shoe-shaped snuff boxes and tokens were frequently carved as sentimental gifts or tokens of affection during the 18th and 19th centuries, often symbolising a journey together or a betrothal.

These small utilitarian objects were typically fashioned from dense hardwoods such as fruitwood, boxwood, or mahogany, and frequently embellished with brass wire inlay, pique work, or bone.

Authenticity is determined by examining the tool marks, natural patina, wear patterns consistent with pocket use, and the precision of any metal inlay relative to the wood shrinkage over time.

As a small decorative object, it can be displayed on a bookshelf, coffee table, or mantelpiece to add historical texture, conversational interest, and intricate craftsmanship to a room.

Keep wooden treen out of direct sunlight and away from rapid humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking, occasionally treating the surface with microcrystalline wax to preserve the natural patina.
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