Stunning piece of history—a 19th-century French solid silver pocket snuff box. It has a wonderful, heavy feel in the hand, weighing a substantial 66 grams. On the inside rim, you can see the clear master silversmith’s mark stamped inside a horizontal diamond (lozenge) shape. This was the legally required shape for French makers in the 1800s, guaranteeing its authentic French origin and solid silver quality.
Country of Origin: France Era: 19th Century (Circa 1850–1890) Material: Solid Silver (French Standard) Total Weight: 66.0 Grams (Features a wonderful, heavy tactile feel in the hand) Dimensions: Approximately 3.25" Inches x 2" Inches (8.2 cm x 5.1 cm.
The absolute best part of this box is the deep, high-relief border running all around the sides. It’s designed in the Gothic Revival style, featuring intricate trefoils, quatrefoils, and arches that look just like the architectural details on an old European cathedral. It catches the light beautifully.