{"product_id":"antique-solid-silver-table-snuff-box-cartouche-shape-and-engraved-edward-smith-1854","title":"Antique Solid Silver Table Snuff Box, Cartouche Shape and Engraved - Edward Smith 1854","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDescription and Details \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are delighted to offer this fabulous, large Victorian solid silver table snuff box made in Birmingham 1854, with marks for Edward Smith. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis box presents an array of exemplary and desirable traits of a quality Victorian snuff box. Although inconceivable through photos, the heft, quality and gauge of silver upon handling in person is exceptional. Weighing in at 191 grams, the box almost feels like it is a bar of silver, offering an exceptionally reassuring feel in hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been wonderfully shaped with curved corners and a cartouchelike shape; proportions being 'chunkier' than the norman and with an impressive presence. Each panel has been finely decorated with hand-engraved geometric and foliate motifs with small cartouches depicting scenes and figures. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon opening the lid (which has a very smooth and good closure), the interior has been richly gilt (gold on top of solid silver), which not only serves as a wonderful aesthetic contrast to the exterior but also protects silver from tarnishing from the contents held within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn additional point of detail is its base which has also been engraved - such extensive decoration, even on a part that would not be visible, is a perfect representation of the attention to detail and 'no cost cut' earnestness of fine Georgian craftsmanship. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, an exemplary table snuff box with each element finished to the highest degree. Ideal for box collections or a single impressive accent piece for the discerning box lover. Furthermore, it may also be used for practical storage of snuff, mints, medication etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full set of English hallmarks is present on the base and lif of the box. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please note: all images with other items are for display purposes only, this listing is for the title item only. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSize (cm) L:8.5cm W:5.8cm H:3.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSize (inches) H:3.34 W:2.28 D:1.37\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight: 191 grams (6.14 Troy oz) total. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eGood Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- The snuff box remains in good antique condition, with no major damage or issues. A slight section of bruising\/wear on the interior of the top lid, some minor pitting in the gilding and a very thin gap at the front upon closure. The lid does close securely, however.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe aim to overemphasise and state these issues to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePlease refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eArtisan Antiques offers free global shipping with professional, secure and discreet packaging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe will \u003cspan\u003ealways ensure\u003c\/span\u003e your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery\/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e*All parcels are insured - please rest assured all shipping liabilities other than import\/customs duty are covered by Artisan Antiques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Colours of the product may slightly differ from the photos due to different computer screens \u0026amp; lighting conditions*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Price negotiations may be possible under certain criteria, please contact us via telephone (07578761640)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eor email (info@artisanantiques.net) - \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Artisan Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55769643385217,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/AntiqueVictorianThickSilverSnuffBoxAllEngraved-12.jpg?v=1780671809","url":"https:\/\/www.artisanantiques.net\/products\/antique-solid-silver-table-snuff-box-cartouche-shape-and-engraved-edward-smith-1854","provider":"Artisan Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}