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Antique Silver Snuff Box. On the Lune Side Bowling Green Lancaster 1854. Yapp & Woodward.
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Antique Silver Snuff Box. On the Lune Side Bowling Green Lancaster 1854. Yapp & Woodward.

19th century
For Sale by Krave Antiques
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This fabulous antique silver snuff box which is fully hallmarked for 1854 is made by Yapp & Woodward and was presented as a trophy prize at a bowling competition in 1858.

This handsome box which has a hinged lid has a wonderful scrolling design pattern, feels heavy in the hand and is in excellent condition.

This interesting snuff box has an inscription to the top which reads...

Won by E Ellison. On the Lune Side Bowling Green. Lancaster. 20th July 1858.

A very nice and early snuff box that would make a wonderful gift for a silver collector or Bowls enthusiast.

Material: Sterling Silver.

Date: 1854.

Maker: Yapp & Woodward.

Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked with Lion for silver. Anchor for Birmingham. Victoria's head. Maker's mark Y & W for Yapp & Woodward. Date letter F for 1854.

Dimensions: Width: 8.5 cm (3 1/4"). Depth: 4.5 cm (1 3/4"). Height: 1.5 cm (1/2").

Weight: 7.19 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with only very light signs of use in keeping with age. Some general wear. A few tiny marks and dings. Nice clear hallmarks. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the box is included and any other items in the pictures are for scale only.

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Krave Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Snuff Box to the 1850s.

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SA1241807
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BSSB3719
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This fabulous antique silver snuff box which is fully hallmarked for 1854 is made by Yapp & Woodward and was presented as a trophy prize at a bowling competition in 1858.
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This handsome box which has a hinged lid has a wonderful scrolling design pattern, feels heavy in the hand and is in excellent condition.
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fig 1. An engraved Victorian sterling silver rectangular snuff box featuring intricate foliate scrollwork and inscribed presentation text.
fig 1. Antique Silver Snuff Box. On the Lune Side Bowling Green Lancaster 1854. Yapp & Woodward.

This interesting snuff box has an inscription to the top which reads...

Won by E Ellison. On the Lune Side Bowling Green. Lancaster. 20th July 1858.

A very nice and early snuff box that would make a wonderful gift for a silver collector or Bowls enthusiast.

fig 2. An engraved Victorian sterling silver rectangular snuff box featuring intricate foliate scrollwork and inscribed presentation text.
fig 2. Antique Silver Snuff Box. On the Lune Side Bowling Green Lancaster 1854. Yapp & Woodward.

Material: Sterling Silver.

Date: 1854.

Maker: Yapp & Woodward.

Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked with Lion for silver. Anchor for Birmingham. Victoria's head. Maker's mark Y & W for Yapp & Woodward. Date letter F for 1854.

fig 3. An engraved Victorian sterling silver rectangular snuff box featuring intricate foliate scrollwork and inscribed presentation text.
fig 3. Antique Silver Snuff Box. On the Lune Side Bowling Green Lancaster 1854. Yapp & Woodward.

Dimensions: Width: 8.5 cm (3 1/4"). Depth: 4.5 cm (1 3/4"). Height: 1.5 cm (1/2").

Weight: 7.19 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with only very light signs of use in keeping with age. Some general wear. A few tiny marks and dings. Nice clear hallmarks. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the box is included and any other items in the pictures are for scale only.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Snuff Box to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1241807
Dealers Internal Ref
BSSB3719
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An engraved Victorian sterling silver rectangular snuff box featuring intricate foliate scrollwork and inscribed presentation text.
Antique Silver Snuff Box. On The Lune Side Bowling Green Lancaster 1854. Yapp & Woodward.
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  • ObjectSnuff Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFoliate scrollwork, Engine turned engraving, Presentation inscription, Hinged lid

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During the Victorian era, silver snuff boxes served both functional purposes for holding powdered tobacco and social purposes as marks of status or presentation gifts. They were frequently customized with detailed engravings, inscriptions, and armorial crests to commemorate events or personal achievements.

These boxes were primarily crafted from sterling silver (925 purity) using traditional silversmithing techniques such as hand-chasing, die-stamping, engine-turning, and engraving. Lids were fitted with flush or cast hinges designed to fit tightly to keep contents dry.

Authenticity is verified by British hallmark stamps, which include the makers mark, the sterling lion passant, the town mark (such as Birmingham or London), the date letter, and the monarchs duty mark. The depth and precision of hand-engraved details also signal period craftsmanship.

Small antique silver boxes are frequently styled as accent objects on a layered desk tray, positioned within a curated bookshelf alcove, or displayed on a marble mantelpiece alongside leather-bound books and glass accents.

Clean silver gently using a soft, lint-free cloth and a specialized non-abrasive silver polish to prevent scratching. Store pieces in low-humidity environments or anti-tarnish bags, avoiding prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals or rubber which can accelerate oxidisation.
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