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Early Victorian Silver Gilt Snuff Box Edward Smith Birmingham 1840
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Early Victorian Silver Gilt Snuff Box Edward Smith Birmingham 1840

19th century
Description

A larger than usual EARLY VICTORIAN Silver Gilt Snuff box hallmarked for BIRMINGHAM 1840 by EDWARD SMITH.

Oblong shaped with a nicely engraved border on the lid. A rubbed family crest of perhaps a Tree on the lid.

The interior has a gilt wash and full set of hallmarks.

Measuring 7 cm x 5 cm x 1.5 cm and weighs a healthy 72.7 grams.

In good antique condition, the hallmarks are good, hinge working well , there is surface wear and small dings, gilding is still bright, engraving very nice. Usual signs of wear commensurate of age and use.

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Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Victorian Silver Snuff Box to the Victorian era.

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Description
A larger than usual EARLY VICTORIAN Silver Gilt Snuff box hallmarked for BIRMINGHAM 1840 by EDWARD SMITH.

Oblong shaped with a nicely engraved border on the lid. A rubbed family crest of perhaps a Tree on the lid.

fig 1. An early Victorian rectangular sterling silver gilt snuff box featuring engraved foliate scroll borders around a central crest on the hinged lid.
fig 1. Early Victorian Silver Gilt Snuff Box Edward Smith Birmingham 1840

The interior has a gilt wash and full set of hallmarks.

Measuring 7 cm x 5 cm x 1.5 cm and weighs a healthy 72.7 grams.

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In good antique condition, the hallmarks are good, hinge working well , there is surface wear and small dings, gilding is still bright, engraving very nice.
Queens Antiques and Collectables

Usual signs of wear commensurate of age and use.

Date of Manufacture

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Victorian Silver Snuff Box to the Victorian era.

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Early VICTORIAN Silver Gilt Snuff Box EDWARD SMITH Birmingham 1840

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An early Victorian rectangular sterling silver gilt snuff box featuring engraved foliate scroll borders around a central crest on the hinged lid.
Early VICTORIAN Silver Gilt Snuff Box EDWARD SMITH Birmingham 1840
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During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, snuff boxes were essential personal accessories used to store finely ground tobacco. Crafting these items in sterling silver or silver gilt served as a display of personal wealth and status, with silversmiths creating elaborate engraved or engine-turned patterns.

Victorian snuff boxes were primarily crafted from sterling silver, often featuring a gilt interior or exterior wash known as silver gilt or vermeil. This layer of gold helped protect the silver from chemical reaction with tobacco while adding a warm decorative tone.

Authentic British silver boxes feature a full set of official hallmarks stamped into the metal, including the makers mark, town mark, lion passant for sterling quality, date letter, and sovereign head duty mark used during the Victorian period.

A silver snuff box functions well as a decorative accent on an office desk, coffee table tray, or bookshelf. It can also be incorporated into a curated vanity setup to store small items of jewellery or keep desk accessories organised.

Gently wipe silver gilt items with a soft, dry cotton or microfibre cloth to remove fingerprints and dust. Avoid harsh chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners, as aggressive rubbing can wear away the thin gold layer applied to the silver surface.
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