Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Tobacco Box (1 of 12)

AC Silver

Tyne and Wear, UK

Andrew Campbell, founder and owner of AC Silver, has been dealing in antique silver and antique jewellery since 1977. In addition to a premier retail premises in Newcastle, north-east England, Andrew has developed an internationally recognised online store, serving both new and return customers nationally and worldwide. Andrew personally sources a wide range of items, including antique jewellery, antique diamond rings and antique gemstone rings. Andrew has also developed a fine and comprehensive inventory of antique silverware, AC Silver is a respected and trusted specialist in its field.

Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Tobacco Box

Name: Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Tobacco Box
SKU: LA432684
Price: 4950 GBP
Availability: InStock

REF: C7048 / LA432684

£4,950

€5,782

$6,226

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Description

This is an exceptional, fine and impressive antique English sterling silver gilt tobacco box; an addition to our 18th century collection This exceptional English antique George Iii sterling silver gilt tobacco box has an oval form. The surface of this antique box is plain and retains the original gilding. This antique tobacco box retains the original push fit cover embellished with an impressive shield shaped cartouche displaying the crest of a bull below the engraved name 'F Daw'. The surface of the cover is further ornamented with impressive bright cut engraved floral festoon and ribbon bow designs. The rim of the cover is encompassed with a thread decorated border. This impressive example of Georgian silverware was crafted by the renowned and collectable female silversmith Hester Bateman; such examples crafted by this lady silversmith are rare to the market. Dimensions Length 9.1cm/3.6" Width 6.5cm/2.6" Height 1.7cm/0.7" Weight 1.8 troy ounces/57.2g Maker: Hester Bateman Date: 1788 Origin: London, England

measurements

Height:

1.7 cm

Width:

6.5 cm

Length:

9.1 cm

Weight:- 1.8 troy ounces/57.2g

measurements

declaration

AC Silver has clarified that the Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Tobacco Box (LA432684) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1788

declaration

condition

This antique tobacco box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The original gilding has subtle wear in keeping with age and use. Full British hallmarks struck to the underside of the box and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all very clear.

additional info

Period:

Georgian Boxes

18th Century Boxes

Category:

Boxes

Cigarette Boxes / Tobacco Boxes

Material:

Gilt

Silver

Origin:

British