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An Early Victorian Antique Silver and Agate Snuff Box, Edward Smith 1843
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An Early Victorian Antique Silver and Agate Snuff Box, Edward Smith 1843

19th century
Sold 9 October 2025 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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Description

A stunning Edwardian antique silver and agate extra large table snuff box. Made in Birmingham in 1843 by Edward Smith. The box has beautiful agates on the top and bottom which are in excellent condition. It is gilded on the inside and has a full set of hallmarks on the lip. The 15 part hinge is tight and the outer body is profusely engraved with swirles and flowers. This is the biggest and best silver and agate box I have had, truely beautiful.

WEIGHT; 340 grams or 11 ozst approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Silver and Agate Snuff Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1159437
Dealers Internal Reference
7579-007
Description
A stunning Edwardian antique silver and agate extra large table snuff box. Made in Birmingham in 1843 by Edward Smith. The box has beautiful agates on the top and bottom which are in excellent condition. It is gilded on the inside and has a full set of hallmarks on the lip. The 15 part hinge is tight and the outer body is profusely engraved with swirles and flowers. This is the biggest and best silver and agate box I have had, truely beautiful.

WEIGHT; 340 grams or 11 ozst approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Silver and Agate Snuff Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159437
Dealers Internal Ref
7579-007
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

Dealer Profile

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

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An octagonal early Victorian silver snuff box featuring an inlaid patterned grey agate lid and intricately chased floral scrollwork along the sides. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An octagonal early Victorian silver snuff box featuring an inlaid patterned grey agate lid and intricately chased floral scrollwork along the sides. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Early Victorian Antique Silver and Agate Snuff Box, Edward Smith 1843

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Highland Antiques Ltd

Highland Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07809 301264
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Aberdeen
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/highlandltd
Verified Since Feb 2023
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An octagonal early Victorian silver snuff box featuring an inlaid patterned grey agate lid and intricately chased floral scrollwork along the sides.
An early Victorian antique silver and agate snuff box, Edward Smith 1843
Ref: SA1159437
An octagonal early Victorian silver snuff box featuring an inlaid patterned grey agate lid and intricately chased floral scrollwork along the sides.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSnuff Box
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEarly Victorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Agate
  • ColourGrey and Silver
  • MotifsChased floral scrollwork, Octagonal faceted shape, Hinged lid, Blank central cartouche
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

A small, hinged container historically used to hold powdered tobacco, featuring precious metalwork combined with polished decorative stone.

They were typically fashioned from sterling silver, often featuring cast or hand-engraved ornamentation inset with naturally banded chalcedony or agate panels.

Authenticity is verified through clear maker marks, official assay office hallmarks, period-accurate hinge construction, and genuine hand-engraving techniques.

This piece can be displayed as a decorative accent on a bookshelf, coffee table, or writing desk to add historical texture and refined detail.

Preservation requires gentle cleaning with a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical silver dips to protect the natural stone inlay and delicate chased surfaces.
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