A rare shaped Silver gilt George III snuff box by Matthew Linwood

Made in Birmingham Dated 1807

Crisp gilding inside

Weight 37 grams approx

Length 5.5cm approx

Physical Dimensions

Width

5.5cm (2.17")

Declaration

Sandbanks Antiques has dated this George III Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1118027

Description

A rare shaped Silver gilt George III snuff box by Matthew Linwood

Made in Birmingham Dated 1807

Crisp gilding inside

Weight 37 grams approx

Length 5.5cm approx

Physical Dimensions

Width

5.5cm (2.17")

Date of Manufacture

Sandbanks Antiques has dated this George III Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1118027

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Sandbanks Antiques

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Specialising in antique silver, gold boxes, gold coins and objects de vertu. Rare fine-quality imperial chinese porcelain, jades, cloisonné

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Produced during the reigns of Kings George I through George IV, a Georgian silver snuff box is a compact pocket container crafted from sterling silver designed specifically to hold powdered tobacco.

These boxes were constructed using hand-hammered sterling silver, featuring integrated hinges, hand-fluted or engraved decoration, and often gilt-lined interiors to prevent corrosion from the tobacco contents.

Authentic pieces carry British hallmarks, including the monarchs profile duty mark, the lion passant for sterling purity, an assay town mark, a date letter, and a recorded makers mark.

A small silver box functions as a desktop curiosity on a writing desk, a decorative accent atop stacked books, or a feature piece inside a glass cabinet.

Maintain the finish by gently wiping the surface with a soft cotton cloth and specialised silver foam, avoiding harsh chemical dips that strip natural patination.