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A Rare George IV Early Nathaniel Mills Presentation Snuff Box in Original Moroccan Leather Case 1825
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A Rare George IV Early Nathaniel Mills Presentation Snuff Box in Original Moroccan Leather Case 1825

18th century
Description

A George IV Nathaniel Mills Presentation Snuff Box In Original Moroccan Leather Case

Crisp cast border decoration to the lid and sides.

The top bears inscription

Made Birmingham "B" 1825

Cased in original Moroccan leather box

Original gilding in great condition

Height 2.5cm

Width 7cm

Weight 88.4 grams

In 1825, Nathaniel Mills registered his punch mark "N.M" in a rectangle at the Birmingham Assay Office. This marked the beginning of his work as a solo silversmith. Mills was a prolific box maker in Birmingham who created silver and gold objects, including vinaigrettes, card cases, and snuff boxes. His work is known for its castle-top designs, which feature British landmarks engraved on the lids.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Sandbanks Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

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SA1122474
Description
A George IV Nathaniel Mills Presentation Snuff Box In Original Moroccan Leather Case

Crisp cast border decoration to the lid and sides.

The top bears inscription

Made Birmingham "B" 1825

Cased in original Moroccan leather box

fig 1. A Rare George IV Early Nathaniel Mills Presentation Snuff Box In Original Moroccan Leather Case 1825
fig 1. A Rare George IV Early Nathaniel Mills Presentation Snuff Box in Original Moroccan Leather Case 1825

Original gilding in great condition

Height 2.5cm

Width 7cm

Weight 88.4 grams

In 1825, Nathaniel Mills registered his punch mark "N.M" in a rectangle at the Birmingham Assay Office. This marked the beginning of his work as a solo silversmith.

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Mills was a prolific box maker in Birmingham who created silver and gold objects, including vinaigrettes, card cases, and snuff boxes.
Sandbanks Antiques

His work is known for its castle-top designs, which feature British landmarks engraved on the lids.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Sandbanks Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1122474
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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