Snuff boxes are small, decorative containers used to store and carry powdered tobacco, known as snuff. The use of snuff dates back to the 16th century, and the popularity of snuff boxes grew along with the popularity of snuff itself.

Some of the European countries where snuff-taking was popular include:

•    France: Snuff-taking was particularly popular in France during the 18th century. The French royal court was known for its elaborate snuff boxes and the habit was popular among the French aristocracy.

•    England: Snuff-taking was introduced to England in the 17th century and quickly became popular among the upper classes. Many English gentlemen carried snuff boxes and the habit was seen as a sign of good manners and social status.

•    Germany: Snuff-taking was popular in Germany during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly among the aristocracy.

•    Spain: Snuff-taking more...

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George III sterling silver snuff box and cover, hallmarked,…

George III sterling silver snuff box and cover, hallmarked, Birmingham, 1797, I.T (Joseph Taylor), of rectangular form, with engraved line work to the body and cast floral thumb piece, engraved 2193 Thomas Street to interior, total weight 46gm, 1.8 cm x 6…

George III silver and shell snuff box and cover, c.1790, set…

George III silver and shell snuff box and cover, c.1790, set with shell cover, above a silver mount and lower hinged silver base, length 4.7 cm. Provenance: collection of the late Fredric Sinfield, Sydney NSW, 1938 - 2008

George III sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked Birmingham,…

George III sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked Birmingham, 1808, Wb (William boot), of ribbed rectangular form, the hinged cover opening to a gilt interior, total weight 48gm, 6.5 cm x 4 cm, together with a matched sterling silver spoon (2). Provenance:…

Hanau silver snuff box, 830, marks to base, of rectangular form,…

Hanau silver snuff box, 830, marks to base, of rectangular form, the hinged cover embossed with three dancing children, with c-scroll and acanthus decoration to sides, with gilt interior, total weight 27gm, length 4.2gm. Provenance: collection of the late…

George III sterling silver snuff box and cover, hallmarked,…

George III sterling silver snuff box and cover, hallmarked, Birmingham, 1805, I.S (John Shaw), of rectangular pillow form, with central engraved initials, surrounded by lattice and flower work, total weight 27gm, 4.8 cm x 3 cm. Provenance: collection of…

Blaydon Main Colliery antique English sterling silver snuff box…

Blaydon Main Colliery antique English sterling silver snuff box engraved 'Presented To Mr. A. Young Engineer By The Workman Of Blaydon Main Colliery As A Token Of Respect And Esteem, 31st Aug. 1858', made by Edward Smith of Birmingham, circa 1845, 8 cm…

Large George IV sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked…

Large George IV sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked Birmingham, 1827, Es (Edward Smith), of rectangular form, the hinged cover decorated with central rectangular reserve, with a border of scrolling acanthus and flowers in relief, opening to gilt…

George IV Scottish sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked…

George IV Scottish sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked Glasgow, 1824, J.M, of plain rectangular form, the hinged cover engraved with inscription 'Presented to//Mr. David Smith//by a few friends,' with gilt interior, total weight 49gm, 5.5 cm x 3.5 cm.…

George III sterling silver snuff box and cover, hallmarked,…

George III sterling silver snuff box and cover, hallmarked, Birmingham, 1810, W.P (William Pugh), of curved rectangular pocket form, engraved with roundel displaying cornucopia of flowers on a ground with repeating scale motif, the lower hinged base…

George III sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked London, 1807,…

George III sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked London, 1807, Ir (John Reily), of plain rectangular form, the hinged cover with reeded border and engraved with central lion crest, total weight 103gm, 3 cm x 8.5 cm x 3.5 cm. Provenance: collection of the…

Victorian sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked Birmingham,…

Victorian sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked Birmingham, 1849, N.M (Nathaniel mills), of shaped rectangular form, the hinged cover with central c-scroll medallion, surrounded by continuous acanthus decoration to sides and base, total weight 49gm, 6 cm…

George III sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked, London, 1787,…

George III sterling silver snuff box, hallmarked, London, 1787, T.P//E.R (Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson, of oval form, with engraved mongram to cover and gilt interior, total weight 28.9gm, length 4.5 cm

A historic Victorian Scottish silver table snuff box, lozenge…

A historic Victorian Scottish silver table snuff box, lozenge form, the hinged lid with vacant shield cartouche, the interior lid engraved 'This box originally belonged to the Rev. Patrick Clason D.D. ...'. Machine engraved mildly concave sides. Edinburgh…

Blaydon main Colliery antique English sterling silver snuff box,…

Blaydon Main Colliery Antique Sterling Silver Snuff Box, 1858

Blaydon main Colliery antique English sterling silver snuff box, engraved 'Presented to Mr. A. Young engineer by the Workman of Blaydon main Colliery as a token of Respect and Esteem, 31st Aug. 1858', made by Edward Smith of Birmingham, circa 1845, 8 cm…

A Georgian silver snuff box with engraved decoration and gilt…

Georgian Silver Snuff Box with Engraved Decoration, Early 19th Century

A Georgian silver snuff box with engraved decoration and gilt washed interior, early 19th century, marks rubbed, 7 cm wide, 52 grams