This exceptional antique George V sterling silver tobacco box has a plain circular rounded form.

The upper portion of this antique silver tobacco box is encompassed with bright cut engraved leaf decoration, accented with a pin struck border.

This antique box retains the original flush hinged hallmarked cover with a plain thumbpiece to the anterior surface; the flush hinge indicates the high quality of the piece.

This silver box opens to reveal a secondary cover, which allows access to the vesta holder.

The rounded anterior surface of this antique silver tobacco vesta box features an integrated serrated panel/match striker.

This antique silver combination tobacco and vesta box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Full hallmarks and part hallmarks struck to the interior of the box, in addition to part hallmarks to vesta cover and the rim of the vesta holder are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive antique silver tobacco vesta box.

Diameter 7.3cm/2.9"

Height 2.5cm/1"

3.1 troy ounces/95.5g

Date: 1911

Origin: Birmingham, England

Maker: Smith & Bartlam