The smoking of tobacco was introduced into Britain from France in the 16th century. Cigars were smoked in the 18th century, although silver smoking related pieces from this period are rare. During the 1850’s cigarettes became popular, with silver smoking paraphernalia coming into vogue, particularly cigar boxes, cigarette boxes, and lighters, sometimes in the most ingenious of forms.
Hallmarked In 1906
Hallmarked in London in 1906 by William Comyns, this Antique Sterling Silver pair of Ash Trays, feature pierced decoration to the borders. Each ash tray measures 0.5"(1.5cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep. Together they weigh 4.3 troy ounces.
£475
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Hallmarked In 1904
Hallmarked in London in 1904 by Heath & Middleton, this ingenious, Antique Sterling Silver Ash Tray, is designed to be able to clip on to a table or surface, and so can be taken almost anywhere. The ash tray measures 2.75"(7 cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and weighs 4.3 troy ounces.
£675
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Hallmarked In 1932
Hallmarked in London in 1932, this unusual, novelty, George V, Sterling Silver Cigar Lighter, is modelled in the shape of a lighthouse, standing on a soapstone base. The cigar or cigarette lighter measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, by 1.5”(4cm) wide, by 1.5”(4cm) deep.
£795
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Hallmarked In 1906
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1906 by John Round & Son Ltd., this stylish, novelty, Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Lighter (or Pipe Lighter), is modelled as a pipe resting on a pipe stand. The lighter works by leaving it lit on the table, and using the two wick topped lighting pins to light the cigar. The cigar lighter measures 2.5"(7cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep and weighs 3.9 troy ounces.
£975
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Hallmarked In 1899
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1899 by Atkin Brothers, this very stylish, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Lighter, features a central ball shaped burner, with 3 removable wick topped lighting pins, and is enrgaved with a crest and motto to the front. The cigar lighter measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep, and weighs 11.6 troy ounces.
£1,275
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Hallmarked In 1947
Hallmarked in London in 1947 by Padgett & Braham Ltd., this very handsome, Sterling Silver Cigarette Box, is in the Art Deco taste, with a deep engine turned surface and a solid gold thumb piece. The design is likely by Stanley Padgett. The cigarette box measures 1.75"(4.5cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep. A similar size, engine turned cigarette box (slightly different in design) is attributed to Stanley Padgett and illustrated in 'Treasures of the 20th Century' by The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, London 2000. Item no. 99.
£1,775
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Hallmarked In 1910
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1910 by Mappin & Webb, this handsome, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Box, is plain in style, and features a cedar lined interior. The cigar box measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) wide, by 6.25"(16cm) deep.
£2,175
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Hallmarked In 1924
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1924 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons, this handsome, George V, Sterling Silver Cigar Box, has smooth, rounded edges and a hinged swing lid, revealing the double sided, cedar lined interiors. The cigar box measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 9"(22cm) wide by 5.25"(13.5cm) deep.
£3,675
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Hallmarked In 1912
Hallmarked in London in 1912 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Smoker's Compendium, comprises a cigar box, cigar cutter, and lighter, all elegantly plain in design, with reed detailing. The cigar box measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 9.25"(23.5cm) wide, by 5.5"(14cm) deep. The cigar cutter measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) wide, by 3.25"(8cm) deep. The cigar lighter measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 3.25"(8cm) deep.
£4,975
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