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Rare Georgian Silver "Purse" Snuff Box by T. Simpson & Son, Birmingham 1816
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Rare Georgian Silver "Purse" Snuff Box by T. Simpson & Son, Birmingham 1816

18th century
Sold 24 August 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Rare Georgian Silver "Purse" Snuff Box by T. Simpson & Son, Birmingham 1816 ” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

This charming and unusual George III silver snuff box was made in Birmingham 1816 by the toy makers* T. Simpson & Sons. Of rounded rectangular form, the flush cover bright-engraved with fishscale patterns surrounding an initialled reserve, the back and sides with prick-dot decorations. The beautifully executed flush hinged cover modelled as a purse. The front catch opening to reveal the original pale gilt interior.

* From the late 18th to early 19th Century, Birmingham was the centre for the making of “toys”: small decorative objects from silver. They were produced in small family businesses and factories throughout Birmingham. They made a range of items including patch boxes, nutmeg graters, buckles, caddy spoons, vinaigrettes, snuff boxes and babies rattles.

Hallmarks:

S&S for T Simpson & Son.

Duty mark.

Lion Passant.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Date letter "s" for 1816.

Condition:

Good.

Front in very good condition.

Back with very minor unevenness, commensurate with age and use.

Interior gilding in good condition.

Dimensions:

Length: 7cm / 2.6 inches.

Depth: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Height: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Georgian Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1152458
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIL93
Description
This charming and unusual George III silver snuff box was made in Birmingham 1816 by the toy makers* T. Simpson & Sons.
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Of rounded rectangular form, the flush cover bright-engraved with fishscale patterns surrounding an initialled reserve, the back and sides with prick-dot decorations.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The beautifully executed flush hinged cover modelled as a purse. The front catch opening to reveal the original pale gilt interior.

fig 1. An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche.
fig 1. Rare Georgian Silver "Purse" Snuff Box by T. Simpson & Son, Birmingham 1816

From the late 18th to early 19th Century, Birmingham was the centre for the making of “toys”: small decorative objects from silver. They were produced in small family businesses and factories throughout Birmingham. They made a range of items including patch boxes, nutmeg graters, buckles, caddy spoons, vinaigrettes, snuff boxes and babies rattles.

fig 2. An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche.
fig 2. Rare Georgian Silver "Purse" Snuff Box by T. Simpson & Son, Birmingham 1816

Hallmarks:

S&S for T Simpson & Son.

Duty mark.

Lion Passant.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Date letter "s" for 1816.

Condition:

Good.

Front in very good condition.

Back with very minor unevenness, commensurate with age and use.

fig 3. An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche.
fig 3. Rare Georgian Silver "Purse" Snuff Box by T. Simpson & Son, Birmingham 1816

Interior gilding in good condition.

Dimensions:

Length: 7cm / 2.6 inches.

Depth: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Height: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

fig 4. An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche.
fig 4. Rare Georgian Silver "Purse" Snuff Box by T. Simpson & Son, Birmingham 1816

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Georgian Silver Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152458
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIL93
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

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Archive I An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Georgian Silver "Purse" Snuff Box by T. Simpson & Son, Birmingham 1816

Archive II An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche. View II
Archive III An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche. View III
Archive IV An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche. View IV
Archive V An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche. View V
Archive VI An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche. View VI
Archive VII An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche. View VII
Archive VIII An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche. View VIII
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Verified Since Jun 2009
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An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche.
RARE GEORGIAN SILVER "PURSE" SNUFF BOX BY T. SIMPSON & SON, BIRMINGHAM 1816
Ref: SA1152458
An angled view of a rectangular, purse-shaped Georgian silver snuff box featuring intricate engraved scale patterns and a central monogram cartouche.
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  • ObjectSnuff Box
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved scale pattern, Monogram cartouche, Hinged lid, Purse shape design
  • SizeH 1.5 cm (1 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

A Georgian silver snuff box is a small, hinged container made of sterling silver during the Georgian era, specifically designed to hold powdered tobacco or snuff for personal consumption.

These boxes were typically crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as die-stamping, hand-engraving, engine-turning, and chasing, often featuring intricate geometric or floral patterns.

Authentic pieces can be identified by examining the hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include a makers mark, standard mark, town mark indicating the assay office, and a duty mark.

An antique silver snuff box can be displayed as a decorative objet dart on a coffee table tray, inside a glass-fronted cabinet, or placed thoughtfully on a bookshelf among other curiosities.

Preserve antique silver by storing it in a dry, tarnish-inhibiting environment and cleaning it infrequently with a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can remove desirable patina and fine engraved details.
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