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Vintage English Sterling Silver Cigarette Box by Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. - 1952
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Vintage English Sterling Silver Cigarette Box by Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. - 1952

1940 - 1960
Sold by Puckerings
Sold 3 August 2026 · Puckerings
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A very smart vintage sterling silver cigarette box, not only for the smoker, but a highly sought-after box perfect for any interior from the traditional to the ultra-modern and made by the top quality silversmith, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

The box is made from English sterling silver fully hallmarked for London 1952 together with the makers mark. The underside is also engraved " The Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. Ltd. 112 Regent St W " , together with " Made In England ". The underside is also lined in the original black leather.

The hinged lid is in perfect working order and the interior lined in Cedar wood with a central removable divider to accommodate modern sized cigarettes or cigars; also perfect for a desk-top box or trinket / jewellery box.

The top is decorated with a very elegant linear decoration and a central vacant cartouche.

Excellent condition having been professionally polished (a few stubborn tiny black age spots remain, mentioned purely for accuracy).

5 1/2" x 3 1/2" 1 1/2".

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ITEM ID 41310

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Sterling Silver Cigarette Box to the 1950s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.8cm (1.50")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
8.9cm (3.50")
Reference Numbers
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SA672353
Dealers Internal Reference
41310
Description
A very smart vintage sterling silver cigarette box, not only for the smoker, but a highly sought-after box perfect for any interior from the traditional to the ultra-modern and made by the top quality silversmith, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
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The box is made from English sterling silver fully hallmarked for London 1952 together with the makers mark.
Puckerings

The underside is also engraved " The Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. Ltd. 112 Regent St W " , together with " Made In England ". The underside is also lined in the original black leather.

fig 1. A rectangular sterling silver box with a horizontally ribbed surface pattern and a central smooth rectangular cartouche on the lid.
fig 1. Vintage English Sterling Silver Cigarette Box by Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. - 1952

The hinged lid is in perfect working order and the interior lined in Cedar wood with a central removable divider to accommodate modern sized cigarettes or cigars; also perfect for a desk-top box or trinket / jewellery box.

fig 2. A rectangular sterling silver box with a horizontally ribbed surface pattern and a central smooth rectangular cartouche on the lid.
fig 2. Vintage English Sterling Silver Cigarette Box by Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. - 1952

The top is decorated with a very elegant linear decoration and a central vacant cartouche.

Excellent condition having been professionally polished (a few stubborn tiny black age spots remain, mentioned purely for accuracy).

5 1/2" x 3 1/2" 1 1/2".

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England

ITEM ID 41310

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Sterling Silver Cigarette Box to the 1950s.

Height
3.8cm (1.50")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
8.9cm (3.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA672353
Dealers Internal Ref
41310
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Archive I A rectangular sterling silver box with a horizontally ribbed surface pattern and a central smooth rectangular cartouche on the lid. SOLD3 AUG 26

Vintage English Sterling Silver Cigarette Box by Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. - 1952

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A rectangular sterling silver box with a horizontally ribbed surface pattern and a central smooth rectangular cartouche on the lid.
Vintage English Sterling Silver Cigarette Box by Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. - 1952
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A rectangular sterling silver box with a horizontally ribbed surface pattern and a central smooth rectangular cartouche on the lid.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Wood
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngine turned engraving, Linear ribbing, Cartouche
  • SizeH 3.8 cm (1 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 8.9 cm (4 in)

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Sterling silver cigarette boxes became prominent in the late 19th century and remained popular through the mid-20th century as smoking accessories for homes and offices. They were often crafted by notable silversmiths and given as presentation pieces or corporate gifts.

These boxes are constructed from British sterling silver, typically featuring a wooden interior liningoften cedarto maintain moisture levels and preserve the contents. The exterior panels frequently display engine-turned engraving or smooth polished finishes.

Authenticity is verified through clear hallmarks stamped on the metal, which include the makers mark, the standard mark for sterling silver, the town assay office mark, and a date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

Such pieces function well as sophisticated desktop storage or coffee table display items, adding metallic texture and historical interest to contemporary or traditional spaces.

Maintenance involves periodic cleaning with a specialised silver cloth or non-abrasive polish to remove tarnish, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage wooden linings or delicate hinges.
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