Trinket Boxes
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Gold, Brass
Vintage 1970s Mexican Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mexican Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Lacquer
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Renaissance Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Indian Decorative Boxes
Ivory, Tortoise Shell
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Spelter
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes
Oak
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass, Pewter
Vintage 1960s Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1980s English International Style Decorative Boxes
Copper, Enamel
Antique 1880s Indian Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Jewelry Boxes
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
Vintage 1970s Italian International Style Decorative Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Malachite, Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble
Vintage 1970s French French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Copper
Antique 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Jewelry Boxes
Marble, Gold Plate, Silver Plate
20th Century Italian Bohemian Decorative Boxes
Alabaster, Metal
20th Century Contemporary Boxes and Cases
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Malachite
Late 20th Century Colombian Decorative Boxes
Horn
Mid-20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century European Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Lucite
Vintage 1980s American International Style Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Vintage 1970s French French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Metal
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Vintage 1940s Organic Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone
20th Century British Colonial Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
Antique Mid-18th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Adam Style Decorative Boxes
Late 20th Century British Colonial Decorative Boxes
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Copper
20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Glass
20th Century Korean Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century British Jewelry Boxes
Malachite
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Malachite
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic, Rosewood
20th Century Russian Organic Modern Decorative Boxes
Malachite
Vintage 1920s Indian Decorative Boxes
Stone, Metal
Mid-20th Century French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Late 20th Century English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Metal
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Cabinets
Felt, Wood
Early 20th Century European Decorative Boxes
Brass
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Trinket Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Trinket Boxes?
Finding the Right Boxes for You
From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.
The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.
Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.
Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.
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