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George III Silver Snuff Box
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for sale €268     $291
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George III Silver Snuff Box

18th century
Description

A fine quality Georgian silver snuff box with engine turned decoration and immaculate gilt lined interior, hallmarked Birmingham 1830. The oblong silver snuff with engine turned decoration to the cushion moulded lid, which includes a blank cartouche to the centre, and matching decoration to the base. The sides which have rounded corners are decorated with a reeded finish. Full width floral design flange to the front to aid opening, with the lid opening to reveal an immaculate gilt lined interior. Bears the makers mark for Birmingham silversmiths Thomas Shepherd along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in excellent condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George III Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245355
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 44450
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A fine quality Georgian silver snuff box with engine turned decoration and immaculate gilt lined interior, hallmarked Birmingham 1830.
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The oblong silver snuff with engine turned decoration to the cushion moulded lid, which includes a blank cartouche to the centre, and matching decoration to the base.
Sturmans Antiques

The sides which have rounded corners are decorated with a reeded finish. Full width floral design flange to the front to aid opening, with the lid opening to reveal an immaculate gilt lined interior. Bears the makers mark for Birmingham silversmiths Thomas Shepherd along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in excellent condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George III Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245355
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 44450
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sturmans Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border.
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Archive I A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border.

George III Silver Snuff Box

Archive II A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border. View II
Archive III A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border. View III
Archive IV A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border. View IV
Archive V A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border. View V
Archive VI A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border. View VII
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Sturmans Antiques
Telephone 01969 667742 or 07572 889651
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Sturmans Antiques Ltd
Main Street
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/sturmansantiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 182
Items Sold 10,991
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A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border.
George III Silver Snuff Box
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A rectangular George III sterling silver snuff box featuring fine engine-turned geometric patterns, an unengraved central cartouche, and a chased floral border.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSnuff Box
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngine-turned engraving, Blank rectangular cartouche, Chased floral border, Reeded rim detail
  • SizeH 1.5 cm (1 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

During the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, taking powdered tobacco (snuff) was a widespread social custom across Europe. Silver snuff boxes were crafted as portable pocket containers designed to keep the tobacco dry while serving as personal status symbols.

These boxes were constructed from sterling silver using techniques such as hand-hammering, engine-turning (guilloche), fluting, and hand-chasing. Lids were carefully fitted with flush or integrated hinges to prevent air and moisture from degrading the contents.

Authentic pieces feature official British hallmark impressions, typically inside the lid and base. These marks include the sovereigns head duty mark, the lion passant for sterling silver, an assay office mark (such as London or Birmingham), a date letter, and a makers mark.

Interior designers frequently incorporate antique silver boxes as decorative accent pieces on desk trays, mantelpieces, or bookshelf stacks. Their compact scale and reflective surfaces add texture and historical contrast to contemporary tabletop vignettes.

Silver pieces should be dusted regularly with a soft, lint-free microfibre cloth and cleaned occasionally using a dedicated silver polish applied with gentle pressure. Storing the item in a low-humidity environment away from direct sulfur sources prevents excessive oxidisation.
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