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Victorian Brass Snuff Box from Corsham Wiltshire
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Victorian Brass Snuff Box from Corsham Wiltshire

19th century
Sold 17 February 2026 · Hand of Glory
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A Victorian brass snuff box, of oval form, the domed top engraved 'ARTHUR COLLIER, 1892, CORSHAM, WILTSHIRE'. the front edge initialled P.W.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.7cm (0.67")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Antique Brass Snuff Box to the Victorian era.

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SA832471
Description
A Victorian brass snuff box, of oval form, the domed top engraved 'ARTHUR COLLIER, 1892, CORSHAM, WILTSHIRE'. the front edge initialled P.W.
Height
1.7cm (0.67")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Antique Brass Snuff Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA832471
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Archive I An oval Victorian brass snuff box featuring engraved lettering on the lid with the text Arthur Collier 1892 Corsham Wilts. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Brass Snuff Box from Corsham Wiltshire

Archive II An oval Victorian brass snuff box featuring engraved lettering on the lid with the text Arthur Collier 1892 Corsham Wilts. View II
Archive III An oval Victorian brass snuff box featuring engraved lettering on the lid with the text Arthur Collier 1892 Corsham Wilts. View III
Archive IV An oval Victorian brass snuff box featuring engraved lettering on the lid with the text Arthur Collier 1892 Corsham Wilts. View IV
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SN15 3HP
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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An oval Victorian brass snuff box featuring engraved lettering on the lid with the text Arthur Collier 1892 Corsham Wilts.
Victorian brass snuff box from Corsham Wiltshire
Ref: SA832471
An oval Victorian brass snuff box featuring engraved lettering on the lid with the text Arthur Collier 1892 Corsham Wilts.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSnuff Box
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourPolished Brass
  • MotifsEngraved lettering, Hinged oval lid, Raised border rim
  • SizeH 1.7 cm (1 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A Victorian brass snuff box is a small, hinged metal container historically used to store and carry powdered tobacco, known as snuff, during the 19th century.

These boxes were typically cast or stamped from brass, frequently featuring engraved inscriptions, hinged lids, and sometimes interior gilt linings to prevent corrosion from the tobacco.

Authenticity is determined by evaluating period-correct construction methods, such as integral brass hinges and hand-stamped or engraved lettering, alongside natural age-related patina and wear.

These compact items make excellent display objects on a mantelpiece, desk surface, or within a cabinet of curiosities alongside other small historical artefacts.

Antique brass should be cleaned gently with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust while preserving the historical patina; abrasive polishes and chemical cleaners should be avoided.
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