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Antique Early Victorian Sterling Silver Snuff Box 1845
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Antique Early Victorian Sterling Silver Snuff Box 1845

19th century
Sold 14 July 2026 · Robert Bush Antiques
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Description

This is a super antique early Victorian hallmarked sterling silver snuff box measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cms) x 1 1/2" (4 cms)

It opens and closes perfectly with a good strong hinge and the interior is in good condition with the original gilding inside.

It weighs 85 grams / 2.7 troy oz and is hallmarked for Birmingham 1845 with the silversmiths mark for Francis Clark.

This lovely box will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Snuff Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1198624
Dealers Internal Reference
9905
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Description
This is a super antique early Victorian hallmarked sterling silver snuff box measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cms) x 1 1/2" (4 cms)
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It opens and closes perfectly with a good strong hinge and the interior is in good condition with the original gilding inside.
Robert Bush Antiques
fig 1. An ornate rectangular Victorian sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved crest on the lid and detailed scrolling borders.
fig 1. Antique Early Victorian Sterling Silver Snuff Box 1845

It weighs 85 grams / 2.7 troy oz and is hallmarked for Birmingham 1845 with the silversmiths mark for Francis Clark.

This lovely box will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Snuff Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1198624
Dealers Internal Ref
9905
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

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

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Robert Bush Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An ornate rectangular Victorian sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved crest on the lid and detailed scrolling borders. SOLD14 JUL 26

Antique Early Victorian Sterling Silver Snuff Box 1845

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Robert Bush Antiques

Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
Location
The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/robertbushantiques
Verified Since Jun 2013
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Items Sold 3,636
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
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Location: The Uplands, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1NQ, United Kingdom
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An ornate rectangular Victorian sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved crest on the lid and detailed scrolling borders.
Antique Early Victorian Sterling Silver Snuff Box 1845
Ref: SA1198624
An ornate rectangular Victorian sterling silver snuff box featuring an engraved crest on the lid and detailed scrolling borders.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved crest, Geometric fretwork, Scroll border
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 6.5 cm (3 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Snuff boxes became highly popular in the 18th and 19th centuries as the consumption of powdered tobacco spread among the elite. By the Victorian era, advancements in silversmithing allowed for intricate machine engraving, floral repousse work, and personalised crests.

These boxes are traditionally crafted from solid sterling silver, often featuring hand-engraved details, cast scrolling borders, and tightly fitted hinged lids. Makers relied on techniques such as engine-turning, piercing, and chased ornamentation to achieve highly decorative finishes.

Authentic pieces bear British hallmarks stamped on the interior or rim, typically including a lion passant for sterling silver, a date letter indicating the year of assay, a leopards head or other town mark, and the makers mark.

Small antique silver pieces can be styled as focal objects on a coffee table, placed on a mantelpiece tray, or used to hold small trinkets on a dressing table or desk, adding a layer of historical contrast to contemporary spaces.

Clean silver infrequently using a soft, non-abrasive microfibre cloth and a specialist silver polish to maintain the highlights without removing the desirable darker patination in recessed areas. Store in a dry environment away from direct sunlight.
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