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19th Century Burr Wood Trick Snuff Box
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19th Century Burr Wood Trick Snuff Box

19th century
Sold 30 November 2025 · Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
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A 19th century burr wood trick snuff box of octagonal form. One end unscrews pulls out to allow snuff to be taken. Lovely patination, natural flaw grain to one panel. Inside is lined with tortoiseshell.

FOR UK DELIVERY ONLY

L 9.5 cm

W 3.5 cm

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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this Antique Burr Wood Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

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A 19th century burr wood trick snuff box of octagonal form. One end unscrews pulls out to allow snuff to be taken. Lovely patination, natural flaw grain to one panel. Inside is lined with tortoiseshell.

FOR UK DELIVERY ONLY

L 9.5 cm

W 3.5 cm

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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this Antique Burr Wood Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

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A rectangular 19th-century burr wood snuff box with a faceted exterior and rich grain patterns, positioned horizontally on a neutral surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular 19th-century burr wood snuff box with a faceted exterior and rich grain patterns, positioned horizontally on a neutral surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Burr Wood Trick Snuff Box

Archive II A rectangular 19th-century burr wood snuff box with a faceted exterior and rich grain patterns, positioned horizontally on a neutral surface. View II
Archive III A rectangular 19th-century burr wood snuff box with a faceted exterior and rich grain patterns, positioned horizontally on a neutral surface. View III
Archive IV A rectangular 19th-century burr wood snuff box with a faceted exterior and rich grain patterns, positioned horizontally on a neutral surface. View IV
Archive V A rectangular 19th-century burr wood snuff box with a faceted exterior and rich grain patterns, positioned horizontally on a neutral surface. View V
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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Telephone 07710 931929
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/digbyantiqueswiltshire
Verified Since Dec 2020
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A rectangular 19th-century burr wood snuff box with a faceted exterior and rich grain patterns, positioned horizontally on a neutral surface.
19th century burr wood trick snuff box
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A rectangular 19th-century burr wood snuff box with a faceted exterior and rich grain patterns, positioned horizontally on a neutral surface.
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  • ObjectDecorative Box
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian / Victorian
  • MaterialBurr Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFaceted body, Figured grain, Secret compartment

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Burr wood snuff boxes were popular pocket containers used during the Georgian and Victorian eras for holding powdered tobacco, often featuring clever mechanisms or secret compartments known as trick boxes.

They were typically constructed from highly figured burr timber, such as walnut, elm, or maple, carefully veneered or turned, and often fitted with tight lids to preserve the moisture and aroma of the contents.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural ageing, hand-polished finishes with warm patination, traditional joinery techniques, and distinct grain patterns inherent to true burr timber rather than printed laminates.

These small collectable items can be displayed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or coffee table as a tactile accent piece that adds historical texture to contemporary spaces.

Preserve the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, applying microcrystalline wax sparingly to maintain the finish without damaging the grain.
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