Silver boxes have been collected and admired for hundreds of years, although English sterling silver examples are rare from before the start of the 18th Century, with very few examples known prior to 1700. During the Victorian period novelty forms were created, and these, along with early pieces, and boxes made by designer silversmiths during the 20th Century, are most sought after by collectors.
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Made circa 1890, and possibly Dutch in origin, this attractive, Victorian, antique sterling silver box, features a chased pastural scene on the lid, and ornate detailing around the body. The box measures 3.5"(9cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep.
£325
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1911 by John Grinsell & Sons this handsome Antique, Sterling Silver and Glass Box is very stylish in design. The box measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) wide, by 3.25"(8cm) deep.
£495
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1918 by S. Blanckensee & Son Ltd., this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Box, or Jewellery Box, features a pierced top, and is oval in shape. The box measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and weighs 4.7 troy ounces.
£495
Hallmarked in London in 1924 by Henry Griffith & Sons Ltd., this very stylish, Alabaster & Sterling Silver Box, is plain in style, and features an engraved crest to the handle. The box measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 3.25"(8cm) deep.
£975
A fine pair of antique silver plated picnic boxes, made and retailed by Thornhill & Company of 144 Bond Street London. Each box measuring 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) wide, by 7"(18cm) deep, and with handles to the top and side for ease when transporting. Each box is engraved with a crest to the lid.
£975
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1901 by William Hutton & Sons, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Box, is ornate in design, with chased detailing throughout. The box measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 10.75"(27.5cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep, and weighs 19.6 troy ounces.
£1,475
Hallmarked in London in 1911 by D. & J. Wellby, this exceptional, Antique Sterling Silver Table Snuff Box, is rectangular in shape, and features a cast border, gilt interior, and engine turned decoration. The snuff box measures 2.25"(5.5cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 4"(11cm) deep, and weighs 16.5 troy ounces.
£2,275
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1895 by Walker & Hall, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Box, is plain in design, and carries a family crest engraved on the lid. The box measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 6.25"(16cm) wide, by 4.75"(12cm) deep, and weighs 23.1 troy ounces.
£2,425
Hallmarked in London in 1898 by William Hutton & Sons, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Biscuit Box, stands on four ball feet, and features lion mask drop ring handles, gadroon borders, and reed detailing. The box measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep and weighs 28.5 troy ounces.
£2,475
Hallmarked in London in 1853 by Thomas Edwards, this very handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Snuff Box, features engine turned decoration, a cast border with acorn detailing, and original gilding. The snuff box measures 1.75"(4.5cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 11.4 troy ounces.
£3,975
Hallmarked in London, in 1970 by Gerald Benney, this fine quality, Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver Bridge Box, is typical of his style, featuring a textured bark effect finish, and a leather lined interior with space for two sets of cards. The bridge box measures 1.75"(4.5cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep and and weighs 22.3 troy ounces.
£4,775
Hallmarked in London in 1803 by George Longstaff, this very handsome, George III period, Antique 18ct Gold Snuff Box, features engine turned decoration throughout. The snuff box measures 0.75"(1.75cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) wide, by 1.5"(4cm) deep, and weighs 54.9g.
£6,795
Hallmarked in London in 1903 by William Comyns, this large, and very handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Box, is plain in design, with a domed lid, and a cedar lined interior. The cigar box measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 12"(30.3cm) wide by 8.75"(22.5cm) deep.
£7,475
Hallmarked in London in 1903 by Guild of Handicrafts, this very attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Box, features an enamelled plaque on the lid which is signed to the front by the sought after enameler Charles Fleetwood Varley. The reverse of the plaque is annotated by Varley, suggesting the enamel is a view of the Black Mountains as seen from Conception Bay in Newfoundland, Canada. The box measures 2.25"(6cm) tall, by 6.25"(16cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep, and weighs 12.8 troy ounces.
£9,975