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Edwardian Silver Snuff Box 1905
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Edwardian Silver Snuff Box 1905

1900 - 1920
Description

This unusual EDWARDIAN SILVER SNUFF BOX is of oval form, with embossed classical scenes to lid and base and a flower and scroll border to the sides.

Of Hanau or Dutch origin, this superb Silver Snuff Box was imported by John George Piddington in 1905 and carries the rare London import mark ( * ) which was only used for 2 years. In addition to a full set of English Hallmarks the Box carries some Hanau silver marks.

The lid fits perfectly and internally it retains the original vibrant gilt coating and has little sign of use or wear. In excellent condition despite being almost 120 years old, this superb Snuff Box is free from any added engravings or monograms and would make a superb addition to a collection or could be used as a small trinket box.

Dimensions:

Length – 2.25” (57mm) / Width – 1.75” (44mm)

Weight – 40gm / 1.29ozt

Condition:

All of the items we have for sale are antiques i.e. they are more than 100 years old (unless otherwise stated) and have therefore been used and preloved. As such they will have age and usage related marks. Where an item has minor faults or imperfections these are noted below:

Used / Excellent

There is no damage and no repairs.

If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us and to see our full range of Antique Silver why not visit our website at: www.silverantiques.online

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Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Silver Antiques Online has dated this Edwardian Silver Snuff Box to the Edwardian era.

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SA1230548
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SB_841905
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Specialising in Antique English Silver. All of our silver items are 100 years old (unless otherwise stated), made of solid sterling silver which is fully hallmarked and age verified.

Description
This unusual EDWARDIAN SILVER SNUFF BOX is of oval form, with embossed classical scenes to lid and base and a flower and scroll border to the sides.
Of Hanau or Dutch origin, this superb Silver Snuff Box was imported by John George Piddington in 1905 and carries the rare London import mark ( * ) which was only used for 2 years.
Silver Antiques Online

In addition to a full set of English Hallmarks the Box carries some Hanau silver marks.

fig 1. An oval sterling silver Edwardian snuff box with a relief scene on the hinged lid and floral scrollwork around the sides.
fig 1. Edwardian Silver Snuff Box 1905

The lid fits perfectly and internally it retains the original vibrant gilt coating and has little sign of use or wear. In excellent condition despite being almost 120 years old, this superb Snuff Box is free from any added engravings or monograms and would make a superb addition to a collection or could be used as a small trinket box.

fig 2. An oval sterling silver Edwardian snuff box with a relief scene on the hinged lid and floral scrollwork around the sides.
fig 2. Edwardian Silver Snuff Box 1905

Dimensions:

Length – 2.25” (57mm) / Width – 1.75” (44mm)

Weight – 40gm / 1.29ozt

Condition:

All of the items we have for sale are antiques i.e. they are more than 100 years old (unless otherwise stated) and have therefore been used and preloved. As such they will have age and usage related marks. Where an item has minor faults or imperfections these are noted below:

fig 3. An oval sterling silver Edwardian snuff box with a relief scene on the hinged lid and floral scrollwork around the sides.
fig 3. Edwardian Silver Snuff Box 1905

Used / Excellent

There is no damage and no repairs.

If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us and to see our full range of Antique Silver why not visit our website at: www.silverantiques.online

fig 4. An oval sterling silver Edwardian snuff box with a relief scene on the hinged lid and floral scrollwork around the sides.
fig 4. Edwardian Silver Snuff Box 1905

Shipping / Postage / Packing:

FREE DELIVERY to UK Address ……… (Special Delivery Next Day)

EU Countries: ------------------ £10.00 (Royal Mail International Tracked)

USA / Canada: ----------------- £20.00 (Royal Mail International Tracked)

Australia / N. Zealand: ------ £30.00 (Royal Mail International Tracked)

(Please include these charges with your payment to avoid delay in shipping)

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Silver Antiques Online has dated this Edwardian Silver Snuff Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1230548
Dealers Internal Ref
SB_841905
Silver Antiques Online
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Sellingantiques verified Since May 2016

Specialising in antique english sterling silver.

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Snuff boxes originated in the seventeenth century for holding finely ground tobacco and remained functional and decorative status symbols into the early twentieth century. During the Edwardian period (19011910), silversmiths frequently crafted small silver boxes featuring revivalist decoration, including repousse figural scenes and classical rococo scrolls.

Edwardian boxes were primarily crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked to guarantee a purity of 925 parts per thousand. Decorative surfaces were achieved using repousse hammering from the interior and chasing from the exterior, often fitted with precision flush hinges to keep contents secure.

Authenticity is established through British hallmarking struck into the silver casing. Look for the lion passant representing sterling silver, an assay office mark (such as a leopard head for London or an anchor for Birmingham), a date letter corresponding to the early 1900s, and a makers mark.

Small antique silver boxes function as accent pieces when placed atop stacked art books, styled on an office desk, or displayed inside a glass cabinet. Their reflective metallic surface provides textural contrast against natural timber, leather, or marble surfaces.

Silver should be dusted regularly with a soft microfiber cloth and gently cleaned with a specialised silver polish to remove tarnish. Avoid dipping small boxes with delicate hinges into liquid immersion cleaners, as residual fluid can accumulate in crevices and promote oxidisation.
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