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A silver coloured metal box, inset with coin, a lacquered snuff box, a painted jewellery box, a medal, cased, a pocket barometer, a pair of opera glasses and assorted other items

Small engraved silver snuff box. Novo-Hispanic workshop. Mexico, Guanajuato. Dated 1768.5.8 x 7.5 x 1.5 cm.Dated and inscribed: "Guanaxuato. Aº 1768."Inside the lid, within a border, the name of the owner is engraved: "Soi de mi Señor Joseph de Areche" (I belong to my Lord Joseph de Areche.) In the centre, two eagles face each other.Thanks to the details provided by this box—name, year, and place—it can be confirmed with certainty that it belonged to José Antonio de Areche y Sornoza (Balmaseda, Vizcaya, 1728 – Bilbao, 1798), who was "Oidor" (judge) of Manila, Criminal Prosecutor of Mexico, Civil Prosecutor of Mexico, General Inspector of Peru, and a robed minister of the Council of the Indies.It is interesting to read about his career in the biographical reference from the Royal Academy of History:"Graduating with a degree and doctorate in Canon Law in 1756, he was a member of the Academia de Profesores of Santa María de Regla. Since 1752, he held a scholarship at the Colegio de Santa Catalina Mártir de los Verdes, where he later became rector.In 1759, Areche applied for the chair of Canon Law at Alcalá and was a substitute for others.Charles III appointed Areche to replace Pedro Calderón Enríquez as Oidor of the Audiencia of Manila by consultation on 5 June and by decree on 14 July 1765, a position he never occupied. He requested a loan of 5,390 pesos in Cádiz in 1767 (which had not yet been repaid twenty years later, according to his creditors). Areche departed for Manila with a licence on 14 April 1766. However, while passing through Mexico, Areche was appointed by the viceroy to fill the vacant position of Criminal Prosecutor of the Audiencia of Mexico, despite the court’s protests over the legality of the appointment. Areche’s work quickly earned him praise, and a year later, the ministers petitioned the King to make the appointment permanent, which was granted on 13 November 1767. (This snuff box is dated one year later.) Areche was promoted to the Civil Prosecutor's office on 17 January 1774, and impressed José de Gálvez during his visit to Mexico.While serving as Prosecutor, Areche supported the Court of the Acordada, seeking funds to improve the building.He was reported twice for possessing prohibited books, including Diderot’s Encyclopaedia and Voltaire's Thoughts. Notable for his severe and biting opinion of the Mexican population, he supported the military reforms of the General Inspector. When Gálvez became Secretary of State for the Indies in 1776, he appointed Areche General Inspector of the Kingdom of Peru on 25 March 1776, and simultaneously made him a member of the Council of the Indies so that he could "perform his duties with more dignity and authority". Shortly thereafter, Areche was also granted a pensioned knighthood in the Order of Charles III.Areche undertook a stormy and controversial inspection in Peru during the late 1770s and early 1780s, clashing with nearly all authorities there. He arrived to examine both the financial and judicial bureaucracies, root out corruption, investigate forced distribution, consider implementing a system of intendants, and reform the method of tax collection. Areche arrived in Lima on 14 June 1777. His disputes, first with Viceroy Manuel de Guirior and then with Viceroy Agustín Jáuregui, led to the replacement of both. With Jáuregui’s appointment in 1780, Areche was given the responsibility of Superintendent for Financial and Economic Affairs. His efforts to reform the Court of Audits and the treasury system were unsuccessful. Jorge Escobedo Ocaña y Alarcón restored the previous system of royal treasuries. Areche’s attempts to reform municipal finances in Lima also failed.His introduction of a “military contribution” or tax on free people of colour, although supposedly voluntary, faced opposition from those affected.He was ordered to return to Spain in 1781.

Snuff box in silver. Attributed to Louis - Nicolas Van Blarenberghe (Lille, 1716 - Fontainebleau, 1794). Beautiful box, with scenes of lively village life on all sides. The most important one, on the lid, recreates the launching of the first Montgolfier balloon, which took place in 1783 in France. 4 x 9 x 7 cm. 

Small snuff box in embossed gold. France. 18th century.In an oval format, completely carved with exquisite decoration of architecture, still life of fruits and flowers, musical instruments (violins, trumpets) and curtains. On the inside it has the marks “S crowned” and a lion rampant. 2,8 x 7,4 x 3,2 cm.Weight: 56 g.

Snuff box in vermeil silver, applied enamel and small ruby and emerald cabochons. Royal Sèvres Manufactory. France. 18th century.A marvellous box entirely decorated with a first layer of lapis lazuli enamel on which is a garland of fleurs-de-lis, painted in gold, enriched with turquoise enamel and small rubies and emeralds. In the centre of the lid, in an indented oval section, the portrait of the monarch Louis XVI is painted in enamel, above which is a crown of rubies and emeralds. Inside, at the base, there is a Sèvres porcelain plaque bearing a large fleur-de-lis in gold paint surrounded by the initials of the factory, which in turn is surrounded by a laurel wreath enamelled in gold and turquoise. On the inside of the lid is a lozenge-shaped mark with the initials ‘GJ’.2.5 x 9 cm.

Circular, gold snuff-box. France. Dated 1657.Circular in shape, the outside and the bottom are alternately decorated with thin strips of gold and slate.The lid is decorated with an oil-painted miniature depicting a country landscape. The interior is covered in tortoiseshell.An old clipping of the fragment of the Christie's catalogue of the auction from which the box was purchased is to be found in the box. The clipping has the handwritten inscription ‘Hawkins Coll’The snuff box is in a superb state of conservation, despite the fact that 4 of the small gold strips at the top of the box are missing. 3 x 5.5 cm.Provenance: Christie's auction, 27 March 1928.

A Continental silver coloured metal and gilt snuff box, initialed, 7 cm diameter

A 18th century silver coloured metal snuff box, decorated figures around a table with a dog, the interior with gilt decoration and makers mark (only) 7 cm wideMakers mark only, some dents

A George V silver table snuff box, the lid embossed a tavern scene, London 1916, 8.0 ozt, 11 cm wide

A silver coloured snuff box, decorated a hunting scene, 9 cm wide, 109 g

A silver snuff box, by Edward Smith, Birmingham 1833, with engine-turned decoration, engraved 'MB' initials to reserve,7cm wide3.5cm deep1.7cm highCondition ReportExterior of the case slightly marked. Small scratches to the interior. Appears to open and shut with ease.

A collection of twelve modern Chinese scent/snuff bottles various, a collection of various china wares to include three modern Chinese ginger jars, a pair of modern Chinese miniature vases on stands, Doulton figure "Top o the hill", Royal Crown Derby floral spray decorated duet tea set, Aynsley baluster shaped jug, Royal Crown Derby Posies tea strainer, blue jasper table bell, Shelley white glazed tea cup and biscuit plate, similar Japanese tea cup and saucer, a pair of Royal Worcester egg coddlers, a box of various plated ware to include three piece tea set, sugar caster, tray, toast rack, sauceboats, coffee bean spoons etc

Antique continental 'silver ?' combination vesta and snuff box (2 compartments) with foliate engraving and heel as striker. Possibly Russian. Approx 7cm long and 26g

A Victorian tortoiseshell mounted rectangular visiting card case with silver inlaid emblem and a 19th Century horn snuff box (2)

A shell and silver mounted snuff box, 18th Century, the silver unmarked, 6cm wide x 2.5cm high

A Victorian Mauchline Ware snuff box, the lid in pen work, with a huntsman on horse with two dogs in a landscape, the sides and base with sponge work borders, foil lined interior, 8.5cm in diameter

A Victorian papier mâché snuff box, the cover decorated a lady riding sidesaddle, 8.5cm x 4.5cm and sundry cigarette/cheroot holders including cased examples

A CARTIER snuff box Celadon jade Carved in vertical segments alternating with fine ribs Gold 750/000 cover and base of black enamel decoration Set with jadeite, onyx and rose cut diamonds China, 19th / 20th century Assay warrantee mark to frame and goldsmith's mark Maurice Courtin (regd. 1901, signed CARTIER and numbered 890 (signs of wear, minor faults to onyx) Height.: 6,5 cm

A Victorian snuff box, engine turned with a plain shield to centre, gilt interior, 3 inches wide, Birmingham 1840 by FC

A Georgian snuff box with bright cut decoration, 2.25 inches wide, Birmingham 1812 by JW

A circa 1900  French silver snuff box with engine turned decoration by E J of Paris 

A large silver snuff or tobacco box - oval form, the hinged lid with boldly engraved monogram, A & J Zimmerman, Birmingham 1900, 9 x 6,8 cm, 81g. Condition - opens and closed well, 2 cm and 1 cm dings to left side and a few other smaller but less noticeable dings noted.

An Edwardian silver snuff box in Georgian style - rectangular form with overhanging scallop-edged hinged lid and conforming platform base, Deakin & Francis, Birmingham 1907, 5 x 3.5 cm, 48g

A COLLECTION OF OBJECTS OF VERTU To include: an ovoid bloodstone and gilt metal vinaigrette, overlaid with cable twist decoration, 6cm long; a gilt metal oblong snuff box, with reeded decoration, 4.5cm long; a blue glass scent bottle with gilt filigree overlay, 6.5cm high; a red enamel scent bottle with gilt fittings, painted with flowers, 5cm high; two other scent bottles; a green fish skin and white metal two scent bottle case, chased with foliate swags, opening to two glass scent bottles, 9.5cm high Condition Report: Bloodstone vinaigrette - Hinge requires attention, does not close well, rubbing to the gildingOblong snuff box - Hinge tight, closes well, some rubbingBlue glass scent bottle with filigree - Small split to filigree cover, minor chipsRed enamel scent bottle - Play to the hinge, stopper is present, stuck tightly into the body, minor knocks to the enamel Blue scent bottle - Large chip/piece missing to the collar, stopper stuck, light chipsGreen scent bottle - Splits and losses, poor conditionFish skin box - Heavy losses, hinge good, one bottle stuck inside the bodyAll with light scratches and wear commensurate with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer

A COLLECTION OF SILVER BOXES To include: a William IV rectangular snuff box by Joseph Willmore, Birmingham 1832, with reeded decoration and floral chased thumb piece, the interior engraved with a presentation inscription, 8cm (3 1/4in) long; a William IV rectangular snuff box by William Simpson, Birmingham 1836, with engine turned decoration, a rectangular vacant reserve and floral chased thumb piece, 6.5cm (2 1/2in) long; a William IV vinaigrette by Joseph Bettridge, Birmingham 1832, with engine turned decoration, a rectangular vacant reserve and floral chased thumb piece, opening to a pierced and engraved foliate grate, 3.5cm (1 1/2in) long; a George III vinaigrette by Cocks & Bettridge, Birmingham 1801, with reeded decoration, opening to a pierced dot grill, 3.5cm (1 1/2in) long; and two other vinaigrettes 187g (6.05 oz) gross

A MEISSEN GOLD MOUNTED SNUFF BOX OR BONBONNIERE OF TAPERED CYLINDRICAL FORM CIRCA 1750 Painted with rustic vignettes in the manner of Teniers 6cm high: Together with a Meissen egg shaped box and hinged cover, mid 18th century, 8.5cm long   Condition Report: Egg-shaped box restored.Condition Report Disclaimer

ROUX, PONCON & CIE, AN EARLY 19TH CENTURY SWISS ENAMELLED GOLD SNUFF BOX GENEVA, CIRCA 1800 Circular box with engine turned decoration with pale blue and white enamelled borders, the cover with an enamelled panel with an urn of pink roses on a blue guilloché ground, stamped to the lid and base with the maker's mark RPC below a crown Size/dimensions: 4.8cm diameter x 1.6cm Gross weight: 27.3 grams Condition Report: There is some losses to the enamelled borders, some nicks and nibbles to the enamelled panel to the centre. Some general wear commensurate with age and use. The marks are partial, but when viewed together it makes attribution possible.Condition Report Disclaimer

A GEORGE III RECTANGULAR SNUFF BOX MATTHEW LINWOOD, BIRMINGHAM 1813 With a chased grape vine border, engine turned decoration and a rectangular vacant reserve 8cm (3in) long 152g (4.90 oz) Condition Report: Marks are partially obscuredHinge goodLight scratches and wear commensurate with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer

A Vesta box, 19th century pressed tin, Hall's Patent, another vesta and a burrwood snuff box.

Group of Limoges gilt metal mounted snuff boxes formed as vegetables, a watering can, a box of dice, cut fruit, etc, various painted marks (7) Condition ReportGood overall condition. One half of the strawberry has separated from metal housing. General wear and tear.

A mid 19th century Continental papier mache snuff box and cover painted with a gentleman taking snuff, 9.5cm [small chip to rim].

An 18th Century steel snuff box, of rectangular shape with slide out end and perforated back, the front with vignette of a gentleman crier 'Success to Ye Friendly Society' and inscribed Geore Glasbey, Best Virginia, London, 12cm x 6cm.Provenance: The Christopher Hawkings Collection of Curiosities.

A turned wood and white metal mounted snuff box, 18th century; with plaque to the cover inscribed Hexham Church- John Brinsdon July 23rd 1735, around an image of the structure' 4cm high, 11cm diameter

19th Century horn snuff mull, Mauchline ware cylindrical box, two propelling pencils, silver mounted horn spoon / whistle and other small collectables

GEORGIAN HM SILVER SNUFF BOX - 55 GRAMS APPROX

AN ENGLISH ORMOLU, BLOODSTONE AND ENAMEL PORTRAIT MINIATURE MOUNTED SNUFF BOXEnamel portrait attributed to Gervase Spencer (British, c.1715-1763) Of oval form, mounted garnets about the oval frame, the portrait on enamel of a Gentleman in a crimson jacket, white stock and lace cravat, oval frame with an arrangement of surrounding garnets, engraved sides, label to interior with 'C' 4th Earl beneath a coronet with five pearls, 8cm wide Provenance: Bonhams, London, 25 May 2011 lot 135.Condition: No obvious damage or restoration. Metalwork would benefit from cleaning. When UV light is put on the portrait some small areas fluoresce, also on the metal border suggesting something may have been spilled on it ( see pic) No Obvious signs of restoration on the portrait.

NELSON MEMORIBILIA: A PAIR OF ADMIRAL LORD NELSON PAINTED ENAMEL AND BRASS MOUNTED RING PULLS (5)19th Century 8cm wide; 13cm high; An Admiral Lord Nelson gilt-brass snuff or pill box, embossed to the back 'ABOUKIR 1 AUG 1798 COPENHAGEN 2 APRIL 1801 TRAFALGAR 11 OCTr. 1805 WHERE HE GLORIOUSLY FELL'; a silhouette side profile portrait of Lady Emma Hamiliton, in a giltwood and gesso oval frame, 12cm high; Together with a wax relief side portrait of the Duke of Wellington, in a burr maple frame,

Edwin Blyde Sheffield snuff box

1901 dated oval silver plated snuff box with inscription, L: 70 mm. UK P&P Group 1 (£16+VAT for the first lot and £2+VAT for subsequent lots)

A selection of assorted lidded trinket boxes, to include a shaped Wedgwood trinket box, a horn lidded snuff box, and other items including a pair of Mother of Pearl opera glasses

A small quantity of miscellaneous brass including a 19th century snuff box and a Horlicks malted milk easel sign. The latter 6.5 cm long.

A 19th century tortoiseshell snuff Box, with metal inlay, W 10 cm, together with a 19th century burr walnut and horn snuff Box and a 19th century papier mache and painted snuff Box(3)

A Georgian papier mache snuff box of circular form.

Two silver pocket watch cases, silver bangle and a silver plated squeeze action snuff box, etcCondition Report:Weighable silver approx 136 grams

19th century Austrian silver ornate snuff box. Engraved and dated 1862 to the cartouche. [2x9x5.5cm] [81.93grams]

A selection of collectables; Tortoise shell and mother of pearl inlaid Cigarette case, Antique hand carved wooden shoe snuff box, Boxed cheroot, Mauchline ware tartan design Prince Charlie box with silver coin inside, Fork and knife travel set, Pill boxes and Mauchline ware shot glass holder- Stirling Castle.

19th century Austrian Silver snuff box- engraved decoration and name to cartouche "Von Forgli" [2x8.5x5.3cm] [87.59grams]

19th century vulcanite snuff box, of circular form, decorated in relief to cover with an exterior view of a music hall and egine turned decoration throughout, with faux tortoiseshell interior, D8cm

A ceramic figure of a Chinese mudman, H-7.5cm, together with a Netsuke erotic head, a wooden barrel snuff box, a wooden mortar and pestle and a round Chinese carved wooden box. (6 Items)

A mixed lot, to include a Georgian treen snuff box, 7.5cm wide; and an ARP whistle.

An interesting group of treen, to include a Victoria Coronation box and cover, 6cm diameter; and another pressed wood snuff box and cover, 8.5cm diameter. (6)

A mixed group of works of art and similar, to include a glass eye; a small boxwood tape measure; a brass snuff box; an obsidian arrow head; and a Parker 14k gold fountain pen nib. (13)

A Georgian treen novelty shoe snuff box, 10.5cm long, enclosing three bone dice.

A Sheffield Plate and Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, 18th century, together with a similar example, the cover with foliate inlay (2)First - a small crescent shaped crack to the shell coverSecond - a long crack across the shell cover, base plate split on the join.Both with expected wear to the plating.

A Pressed Tortoise Shell Snuff Box and Cover, early 19th century, portrait of Robert Burns, 8cm diameter, together with a similar example, portrait of Queen Caroline, 8.5cm and a further example with a Hunting scene, 8.5cm (3) Burns - cover broken in two and cleanly re stuck. Base with a short crack to the inner rim. Another crack across the foot.  Caroline - base with chips Hunting - large crack on the base.

A Collection of Assorted Silver, including a cigarette-box, 14.5cm wide; an Elizabeth II silver snuff-box; a silver compact or bos and a silver cigar-piercer (4)

A Turned Burwood and Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, early 19th century, set with a gilt profile portrait of William IV, 6.5cm, together with two pressed tortoiseshell examples, possibly by Wilson of Sheffield, one with a hunting scene (3) William IV - good overall condition, some light wear and scratches Tally-ho - small nick to the inner rim of the base Third box - chips to the top rim, large section of loss to the lower rim of the cover, chips to the inner rim of the base

A Lacquered Papier Mache Snuff Box Cover, early 19th century, painted with a portrait of George IV, 10cm diameter, together with a pressed trotoiseshell snuff box cover, in relief with a biblical scene, 9.5cm

A Large Lacquered Papier Mache Snuff Box, early 19th century, portrait of Princess Charlotte, 10.5cmCrack to the side rim of the cover and a crack encircling the inside of the cover with associated flat chips. Some other small rim chips. Craqualure to the portrait area and some surface scratches. Base with a chip to the inner rim. Some wear and surface scratches.

Treen - a large Tyrolean novelty box, of snuff type as a shoe, carved with flowers and foliage, 28cm long, c.1900