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A Silver George III Silver Snuff Box by Matthew Linwood
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A Silver George III Silver Snuff Box by Matthew Linwood

18th century
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

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Check ID 08826189
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem is 219 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE GEORGIAN ERA:
Maker's mark ML struck inside: the workshop of Birmingham silversmith Matthew Linwood.
Birmingham hallmarks with George III duty mark: early nineteenth-century manufacture.
Date letter k struck inside: 1807.
Multi-jointed integral hinge: typical smallwork construction of the period.
Original wash gilding inside: preserved to prevent tarnishing from tobacco snuff.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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Width
5.5cm (2.17")
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

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Report ID 08826189
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques datingGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem is 219 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Georgian era:
Maker's mark ML struck inside: the workshop of Birmingham silversmith Matthew Linwood.
Birmingham hallmarks with George III duty mark: early nineteenth-century manufacture.
Date letter k struck inside: 1807.
Multi-jointed integral hinge: typical smallwork construction of the period.
Original wash gilding inside: preserved to prevent tarnishing from tobacco snuff.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Reference Numbers
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SA1118027
Sandbanks Antiques
Sandbanks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2025

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

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A small rectangular Georgian sterling silver snuff box featuring fluted channels on the cover and a polished silver finish.
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Archive I A small rectangular Georgian sterling silver snuff box featuring fluted channels on the cover and a polished silver finish.

A Silver George III Silver Snuff Box by Matthew Linwood

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A small rectangular Georgian sterling silver snuff box featuring fluted channels on the cover and a polished silver finish.
A Silver George III Silver Snuff Box by Matthew Linwood
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A small rectangular Georgian sterling silver snuff box featuring fluted channels on the cover and a polished silver finish.
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  • ObjectSnuff Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFluted cover, Hinged lid, Rounded corners, Smooth base
  • SizeW 5.5 cm (2 in)

This Georgian sterling silver snuff box by Matthew Linwood dates from 1807 and originates from Birmingham. The rectangular piece displays a polished silver finish with distinctive fluted channels running lengthwise across the hinged lid, alongside rounded corners and a tight closure along the side edge. Fine surface wear, minor scuffs, and faint manufacturing tool marks are visible across the metallic body. The interior holds a crisp layer of gold wash visible along the rim edge. Measuring 5.5 cm wide, the container sits compactly on any surface. Designed for a gentleman's library or office desk, this traditional accessory provides practical storage for small keepsakes or dry trinkets. The sturdy construction rests securely on a flat surface, while the hinged mechanism allows the lid to open smoothly for daily use. Collectors of period silverware or desk ornaments will find this compact metal box fits effortlessly among everyday workspace items or display shelves. The clean metallic tones integrate readily with traditional or contemporary desk arrangements.

FAQs

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.
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