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Sterling, circa 925, Mechanical Box
By Dunhill
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic and rare, period Art Deco, sterling silver, engine turned, mechanical cigarette box for
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Vintage 1920s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Crystal Humidor
Located in Bellport, NY
Sterling Silver and Waterford Crystal Humidor,the jar is multi faceted and highly detailed,the
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Antique 19th Century Irish Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Box 1888 Wood Lined Cigarette Box
By John Newton Mappin
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Antique Victorian solid Silver and Enamel Box with a magnificent enamel panel on the
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Enamel

Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case 1928 Borzoi Hunting Dog
By Adie Brothers
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous vintage solid silver and enamel cigarette case featuring a beautiful enamel image of a
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20th Century English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Enamel

Impressive Silver Cigar Box
By Thomas Ducrow Sons
Located in London, GB
A wonderful quality silver cigar box in the style of a Charles II casket that would have been
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Vintage 1930s English Charles II Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver

Unusual Edwardian silver cigar box
By Goldsmiths Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
Handmade in the Edwardian era, this is an excellent antique silver cigar and cigarette box whose
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Engine-turned silver cigarette box
Located in London, GB
Handmade silver cigarette or cigar box of superior quality, with an engine-turned foxhead pattern
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver Cigar Box, Birmingham, circa 1906
By A&J Zimmerman Ltd.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century Edwardian solid silver stylish cigar box, rectangular-shaped, hand hammered
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20th Century English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Enamel Cigarette Case, Windsor Castle, 1886
By George Heath
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous antique Victorian solid silver cigarette case featuring an enamelled image on the front
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20th Century English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Tiffany Co. Solid Silver Samorodok Cigar Box, circa 1970
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Stunning 20th century Tiffany & Co. solid silver cigar box, made in a Russian style, with samorodok
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20th Century American Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Solid Silver Cigar Box by Richard Comyns, circa 1960
By Richard Comyns
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Elegant mid-20th century solid silver cigar box, beautiful and very stylish engine-turned design
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20th Century English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Tiffany Co Silver-Gilt Samorodok Cigar Box, circa 1970
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Stunning 20th century Tiffany & Co solid silver-gilt cigar box, made in a Russian style, with
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20th Century American Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Cigarette Box, London, 1855, by John Harris
By John Harris
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian silver cigarette box Made in London, 1855 Maker: John Harris Fully hallmarked
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Tiffany Co. Solid Silver Three-Tier Cigar Box, circa 1920
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-20th century Tiffany & Co. solid silver three-tier cigar box, cedar-lined
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20th Century American Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art deco engine turned silver cigarette case made in London in 1947
Located in London, London
, Sterling Silver Cigarette Case, is in the art deco taste, with engine turned decoration to the outside, a
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Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Shagreen Cigarette/Cigar Box With Silver Edging To The Lid, 1930
By George Betjemann Sons
Located in London, GB
Unusual flat proportioned cigar box with original cedar lined interior and silver edging hallmarked
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Vintage 1930s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cigar Box Silver-Plated, Brass and Leather, France 1970s
By Gabriella Crespi, Maria Pergay
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Cigar Box Silver-Plated with Brass and Leather, France 1970s. This elegant vintage cigar box from
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Mid-20th Century French Streamlined Moderne Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Brass

20th Century British Solid Silver Crocodile Leather Cigar Case, London c.1936
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Stylish 20th century British made solid silver mounted on sumptuous crocodile leather cigar case
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20th Century English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver and Enamel Vesta Case / Match Holder 1902 Import Mark Erotic/Nude
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique silver and enamel Vesta case / match holder. The front of the Vesta case has a
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20th Century European Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

French 1925 Art Deco Modernist Lacquered Cigarette Case .900 Silver 18kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
is very unique and was carefully crafted in solid .900/.999 silver with layered yellow gold of 18
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique English Three Finger Cigar Case - Birmingham 1919
By Smith Bartlam
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome English solid sterling silver cigar case, beautifully engraved with a vacant shield
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Vintage 1910s British Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver-Mounted "Moser" Intaglio Cut Dresser Jar or Humidor
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, Art Nouveau, sterling silver-mounted "Moser" intaglio cut dresser jar or humidor
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Antique 19th Century American Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Heintz Arts Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor or Container With Lid
By Heintz Art Metal Shop
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Arts & Crafts period sterling silver on bronze lidded canister, tea caddy, or humidor
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Tea Caddies

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

J. Hoare Art Nouveau Cut Crystal Humidor w/ Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Top
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This humidor is an extraordinary example of the collaboration between two great American companies
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Large Sterling Silver Humidor or Cigar Box, London 1983 by Padgett Braham
By Padgett Braham Ltd, Mappin Webb
Located in London, London
handsome, and large, Sterling Silver Cigar Box, is plain in style and lined in wood. The cigar box measures
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Vintage 1980s English Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Tortoiseshell Cigar Humidor
By John Batson Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
Humidor Box is hallmarked in multiple places J.Batson & Son with the date mark 1916. Sterling Silver is
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

George V Sterling Silver Cigar Box / Humidor, Sampson Mordan Co. London, 1922
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1922 by Sampson Mordan & Co., this handsome, Sterling Silver Cigar Box
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cohen Solomon English Sterling Silver 1918 Cigar Box/ Humidor Art Deco Style
Located in New York, NY
Albert Cohen & Charles Solomon sterling silver and wood cigar box or humidor, made in Birmingham
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Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Heintz Arts Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Cigar Box or Humidor
By Heintz Art Metal Shop
Located in South Bend, IN
holders By Heintz Art Metal Shop USA, Early 20th Century Sterling silver on patinated bronze, with
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Scandinavian Sterling Silver Bog Oak Humidor by Axel Salomonsen, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
danish Bog Oak or Abonos. The Lid has a silver henge and is inlayed with an abstract modernist motif. It
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver

Heintz Arts Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor Box With Fox Hunt Scene
By Heintz Art Metal Shop
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts period sterling silver on bronze cedar-lined desk box or cigar
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Antique Edwardian Coromandel Silver Mounted Cigar Humidor London 1902
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent antique Edwardian coromandel sterling silver mounted humidor, withmaker's
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Coromandel Silver Mounted Cigar Humidor, 1893, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent antique Edwardian coromandel sterling silver mounted humidor, bearing the
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Coromandel Cigar Humidor Dunhill Silver Cigar Cutter 20th Century
Located in London, GB
. The sterling silver cigar cutter, marked with full hallmarks for Birmingham 1988. The humidor has
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Vintage 1980s Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Coromandel Silver Mounted Cigar Humidor, 1899, 19th Century
By George Betjeman Sons
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent antique late Victorian Coromandel and sterling silver mounted desk top cigar
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century French Air Force Solid Silver Cigar Cigarette Humidor Box, c.1927
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Superb early-20th Century Art Deco solid silver stylish mechanised cigar and cigarette humidor box
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20th Century British Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

1917 Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Box
By George Henry Cowell
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver cigar box, an addition
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Vintage 1910s British Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique George V Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver cigarette or cigar box
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Vintage 1910s Hungarian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Cigarette Case - Antique George VI
By James Dixon Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique George VI sterling silver cigarette case; an
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Vintage 1930s English Other Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Football Vesta Case - Antique Edwardian
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case with
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigar Box
By John Henry Wynn
Located in Northampton, GB
Sterling Silver Cigar Box. The Cigar Box of rectangular shape crafted from Sterling Silver features engine
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Box / Cigarette Box, 1912
By Walker Hall
Located in London, GB
A classic antique solid Silver Cigar Box / Cigarette Box with a highly polished silver exterior
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20th Century English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century 1906 Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Cigarette Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver cigar / cigarette box
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver And Enamel Cigarette Case
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an European Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case. It depicts a rectangular sterling
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Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish vintage Art Deco era sterling silver cigarette box. This is a single sized box, with
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Retailed Solid Sterling Silver Cigar Box - 1961
By Cartier, Padgett Braham Ltd
Located in Bath, GB
A top-notch solid silver cigar / cigarette box, perfect for a jewellery, desk-top box or simply to
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Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey - Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigar Box - London 1936
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1936 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this handsome, Sterling Silver Cigarette Box, is
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage A Wilcox English Sterling Silver Box
By A. Wilcox 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage George VI English sterling silver box; an addition to
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Vintage 1950s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Cigarette Cigar Case, Birmingham, 1901, Samuel Levi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique sterling silver cigarette cigarillo case, Birmingham, 1901, Samuel Levi. The case of
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Antique Early 1900s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Horton Allday Antique Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
By HORTON ALLDAY OF BIRMINGHAM (1888-1933)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver cigarette box, an
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver

Vintage Art Deco sterling silver cigarette box, large, theatre
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish vintage Art Deco era sterling silver cigarette box. This is a large sized box
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Box, Large
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish vintage Art Deco era sterling silver cigarette box. This is a large sized box
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Three Slot Cigar Holder, London, 1898
By George Nathan Ridley Hayes
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian sterling silver three slot cigar holder Made in London, 1898 Maker: George
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Cigar Box / Cigarette Box 1933
By James Dixon Sons
Located in London, GB
An elegant Art Deco sterling silver cigar box with a classic engine turned lid offset by highly
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Cigar Box, Large Fox Essex Crystal, 1913
By George Nathan Ridley Hayes
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and stunning cigar box made from English sterling silver hallmarked for London 1913, a true
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Vintage 1910s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Sterling Silver Cigar Case, G.H. French Co, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, Ontario
American sterling silver cigar case, G.H. French & Co, circa 1920. The cigar holder case with room
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Early 20th Century American Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Table Lighter 1861 Duke of St Albans
By James Charles Edington
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and unusual Antique Victorian Silver Table Lighter in the shape of a lamp. The Silver
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Humidor For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal sterling silver humidor for your home. Each sterling silver humidor for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. There are 270 variations of the antique or vintage sterling silver humidor you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a sterling silver humidor — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A sterling silver humidor, designed in the Art Deco, Victorian or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made sterling silver humidor has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Heintz Art Metal Shop, Giorgio Salimbeni and Franco Salimbeni are consistently popular.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Humidor?

Prices for a sterling silver humidor start at $70 and top out at $97,335 with the average selling for $2,650.

Finding the Right Cigar-boxes for You

Cigars were not always packaged in what we now know as the antique cigar boxes and humidors that have over time become eye-catching decorative objects as well as collector’s items.

Outside the United States, cigar boxes are said to have originated in the 1840s when a German businessman, Hermann Dietrich Upmann of H. Upmann Cigars, bought a cigar factory and opened a bank in Havana, Cuba. Upmann reportedly handed out cedar cigar boxes branded with advertising for the bank as gifts to his banking clients. In the early 1860s, after years of cigars being shipped in big crates or barrels, cigar boxes became a requirement when the United States passed a law that mandated the use of boxes for tobacco producers, which was part of a broader effort to regulate the tobacco industry and generate revenue for the war effort. Humidors, which are moisture-controlled storage boxes that allow a cigar enthusiast to store, organize and preserve a larger collection of cigars, were very popular accessories during the early 1900s onward.

As the use of cigar boxes and humidors became widespread, all kinds of options materialized over the years, with particularly vibrant editions of these decorative objects emerging during the Art Nouveau, mid-century modern and other eras. Visionary designers like Isamu Noguchi popularized the idea of tobacco accessories as art with projects such as his decorative ashtrays.

Today, not unlike antique and vintage ashtrays, cigar boxes are more than practical objects. In fact, there are many uses for an old cigar box even after the cigars are gone. They can be used as planters, tissue boxes or can support your long-delayed effort to organize your sewing and craft supplies. During the Great Depression, an emptied cigar box — perhaps a walnut Art Deco-style cigar box with inlays in bronze and hand-carved decorative geometric patterns adorning its exterior — was occasionally repurposed as a jewelry box.

Antique and vintage cigar boxes — made of wood, metal or other materials — are valuable treasures in some corners of the collecting world, and in your home, they’re exquisite desk ornaments and colorful flourishes to add to your bookcase or mantel. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage cigar boxes and other decorative boxes today.

Questions About Sterling Silver Humidor
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Opinions differ as to why sterling silver is called sterling. Some scholars believe that the name comes from the term Easterlings, referring to coin makers who relocated from Germany to England in the 12th century. Others say that sterling is a derivation of Starling, the name of the one-penny silver coin in circulation in 1300 when King Edward I issued a decree that all silver articles were to be at least 92.5% pure silver. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if Oneida is sterling silver, look for a metal hallmark. Although best known for manufacturing stainless steel, Oneida did produce a limited number of sterling silver-plated pieces. Normally, these items will bear the Oneida name along with the word "plate." Explore a selection of Oneida silverware and tableware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if something is sterling silver, first search it for purity marks. Makers often indicate sterling silver with hallmarks like “925,” "STER" or "STERLING," but some pieces may feature alternate hallmarks. Researching the markings on your piece using trusted online resources can help you identify its materials. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.