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George III Silver Snuff Box
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George III Silver Snuff Box

18th century
Sold 7 December 2025 · Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
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A quality George III silver snuff box. Birmingham 1814 by Mathew Linwood. Super crisp decoration to the top, hidden hinge. Original owners initials to the top. The base is also decorated around the edge and is also crisp. The gilding inside is in lovely condition.

L 6.2 cm

W 4.3 cm

H 1.7 cm

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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this George III Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

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A quality George III silver snuff box. Birmingham 1814 by Mathew Linwood. Super crisp decoration to the top, hidden hinge. Original owners initials to the top. The base is also decorated around the edge and is also crisp. The gilding inside is in lovely condition.

L 6.2 cm

W 4.3 cm

H 1.7 cm

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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this George III Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

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A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved fishscale pattern and a central cartouche with initials. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved fishscale pattern and a central cartouche with initials. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Silver Snuff Box

Archive II A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved fishscale pattern and a central cartouche with initials. View II
Archive III A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved fishscale pattern and a central cartouche with initials. View III
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Archive V A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved fishscale pattern and a central cartouche with initials. View V
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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

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A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved fishscale pattern and a central cartouche with initials.
George III silver snuff box
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A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved fishscale pattern and a central cartouche with initials.
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  • ObjectSnuff Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • Material[Sterling Silver]
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved cartouche, Fishscale pattern, Engine-turned texture

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The George III period spanned from 1760 to 1820, a time when British silversmiths transitioned from heavy, ornate rococo designs towards more refined neoclassical proportions and symmetrical patterns.

These items were typically fabricated from sterling silver using techniques such as hand-engraving, engine-turning, casting, and soldering, often featuring gilt interiors to prevent corrosion from the contents.

Authenticity is verified through hallmark stamps that indicate the assay office, the standard of silver, the date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture, and the makers mark.

Small antique metalware can be displayed on a mantelpiece, inside a glass-fronted cabinet, or utilized as a desk accessory to add historical contrast to modern minimalist furniture.

Silver should be cleaned infrequently using specialized non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth to preserve the patina and avoid wearing down fine hand-engraved details.
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