Description

A good 18th century silver tobacco box with long hinged lid and original gilt interior. The bright cut decoration is particularly fine.

Weight 229 grams, 7.3 troy ounces

Length 14.5 cms. Depth 6.25 cms. Height 3 cms.

Continental silver hallmarks (2 silver marks stamped on the inner rim of the box).

Circa 1790.

Literature. Tobacco was introduced into Europe circa 1580 however the first tobacco box, with the typical oval form and dome top pull off lid, did not appear until circa 1650. A smoker required a table to set out his “equipment” which included a long stemmed pipe and a pair of ember tongs.

In very good condition. Crisp engraving. Please note that this item is not new and will show moderate signs of wear commensurate with age. Reflections in the photograph may detract from the true representation of this item.

No maker assigned

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