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A Rare Masterpiece Of Victorian Scottish Goldsmithing The David Mcdonald 18ct Gold Snuff Box Glasgow 1843
£12,500 $16,730 €14,638
A Rare Masterpiece of Scottish Goldsmithing: The David McDonald 18ct Gold Snuff Box (1843)
The Pinnacle of Victorian Luxury
Offered here is an exceptional survivor of the early Victorian era: a solid 18ct yellow gold snuff box of remarkable provenance and craftsmanship. Hallmarked in Glasgow, 1843, this piece represents a golden age of Scottish artistry, crafted by the esteemed goldsmith David McDonald.
Artistry & Design
This box is a tactile triumph. Its rounded rectangular form is designed to rest perfectly in the palm, weighing a substantial 79 grams—a testament to the generous gauge of gold used in its construction.
The exterior is entirely enveloped in intricate acanthus scroll-work, a masterclass in deep engraving that creates a shimmering play of light across the surface. The lid features a sculpted foliate thumbpiece for effortless opening, revealing a central vacant cartouche—an untouched canvas awaiting the new owner’s crest or initials.
Historical Significa...nce
While silver snuff boxes from this period are admired, 18ct gold examples from Glasgow are exceedingly rare. In 1843, as Glasgow blossomed into the ''Second City of the Empire,'' David McDonald was at the height of his powers. This box is not merely an accessory; it is a piece of Scottish social history, hallmarked with the iconic Tree, Fish, and Bell of the Glasgow City Arms.
Specifications
Maker: David McDonald, Glasgow
Date: 1843 (Early Victorian)
Material: Solid 18ct Yellow Gold
Weight: 79g
Dimensions: 7cm Wide
Condition: Excellent, featuring crisp engraving and a perfectly tensioned hinge.
Investment Potential
As gold prices continue to show strength, this piece offers a dual-layered investment: the intrinsic value of high-purity gold combined with the rapidly appreciating market for rare Scottish provincial metalwork.
A true collector’s piece for those who demand the finest in British heritage.
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1192153
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Antique SA1192153 shown on this page was made in the Victorian Era. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
The Victorian Era
ANTIQUE SA1192153
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Specialising in Antique Silver, Gold Boxes, Gold Coins and Objects de Vertu. Rare fine-quality Imperial Chinese porcelain, jades, cloisonné
Dorset
United Kingdom
Tel: 07889 139677
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