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Antique 19th Century French 950 Silver Gilt Snuff Trinket Box
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Antique 19th Century French 950 Silver Gilt Snuff Trinket Box

19th century
Description

A beautifully engraved 19th Century French .950 Silver & Gilt snuff or trinket box. With engraved decoration, central cartouche is clear. Minerva head with 1 for 950 silver, makers mark P A.

Measuring 8.5 cm x 4 cm x 2 cm and weighs 72.8 grams.

In very good antique condition, beautifully engraved on all sides, gilding still bright, hallmarks good. A few small signs of wear, commensurate of age and use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8.5cm (3.35")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this French Silver Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1188096
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Description
A beautifully engraved 19th Century French .950 Silver & Gilt snuff or trinket box. With engraved decoration, central cartouche is clear. Minerva head with 1 for 950 silver, makers mark P A.

Measuring 8.5 cm x 4 cm x 2 cm and weighs 72.8 grams.

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In very good antique condition, beautifully engraved on all sides, gilding still bright, hallmarks good.
Queens Antiques and Collectables

A few small signs of wear, commensurate of age and use.

Height
8.5cm (3.35")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this French Silver Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1188096
Queens Antiques and Collectables
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2025

Specialising in georgian & later high quality silver pieces.

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A small rectangular 19th-century French 950 silver gilt snuff box decorated with dense chased scrolling patterns and stippled texture.
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Archive I A small rectangular 19th-century French 950 silver gilt snuff box decorated with dense chased scrolling patterns and stippled texture.

Antique 19th Century French 950 Silver Gilt Snuff Trinket Box

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A small rectangular 19th-century French 950 silver gilt snuff box decorated with dense chased scrolling patterns and stippled texture.
Antique 19th Century French 950 Silver Gilt Snuff Trinket box
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A small rectangular 19th-century French 950 silver gilt snuff box decorated with dense chased scrolling patterns and stippled texture.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSnuff Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French
  • Material950 Silver, Silver Gilt
  • ColourSilver, Gold
  • MotifsChased scrollwork, Stippled texture, Hinged lid, Rectangular form
  • SizeH 8.5 cm (3 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

This nineteenth-century French 950 silver gilt snuff and trinket box takes a rectangular form with a hinged lid. The silver and gold piece displays dense chased scrolling patterns, a stippled texture, and a clear central cartouche on the top surface. The exterior surfaces bear clear hallmarks, including a Minerva head with a numeral one and a maker's mark consisting of the letters P and A, alongside small signs of age and use. The object measures 8.5 cm high, 4 cm wide, and 2 cm deep. Positioned on an office desk, the box serves as a functional container for small personal items or as a decorative display piece. The bright gilding and detailed engravings remain visible across all sides of the structure.

FAQs

During the 19th century, snuff boxes served both functional and social purposes across Europe, acting as portable containers for finely ground tobacco and as status symbols. French silversmiths excelled in producing high-purity silver vessels, frequently decorating them with gilt finishes, detailed hand chasing, and elaborate surface textures.

French silver boxes from this era were typically constructed from high-grade silver, often meeting the 950 parts per thousand French purity standard. The vermeil or gilding technique involved applying a layer of gold over the silver exterior to prevent oxidisation and provide a warm metallic tone.

Authentic French silver pieces generally display official hallmark impressions, such as the Minerva head mark introduced in 1838 to designate silver purity, along with maker marks in a diamond-shaped outline. Examining natural wear on gilded surfaces and precise hand-engraved details also helps confirm period authenticity.

Small antique metal boxes make elegant accents when placed on an office desk, coffee table tray, or bedside console. They can function as practical storage for small keepsakes or serve purely as decorative desktop items alongside leather-bound books and stationery.

Silver gilt or vermeil items should be dusted gently with a clean, soft microfibre cloth rather than abrasive silver polishes, which can strip away the delicate gold layer. Storing the piece in a dry environment away from high humidity minimizes tarnish and preserves the original gilded finish.
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