{"product_id":"snuff-box-brass-oval-tin-welsh-miners-cymru-dragon-preloved-1","title":"Snuff Box \/ Brass Oval Tin - Welsh Miner's - Cymru Dragon (Preloved)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming vintage brass snuff \/ tobacco box, embossed with the Welsh dragon and the word Cymru (Wales). Oval in form and pleasingly weighty in the hand, this piece has the warm patina and gentle surface wear that comes from years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxes of this type were commonly used by miners and working men in Wales during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when snuff was widely carried underground as a smokeless alternative. The sturdy brass construction and compact shape would have made it practical for daily use in pockets or workwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raised dragon emblem is crisply detailed, symbolising Welsh pride and identity, making this not only a functional object but also a small piece of social history. Today it would make a wonderful collector’s item, display piece, or thoughtful gift for anyone with an interest in Welsh heritage, mining history, or vintage personal items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour chance to own and cherish a piece of Welsh rural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCira 1950's\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hinged construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from solid brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack says 'Made in Wales, UK\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate measurements: 3 1\/4\" long x 1 1\/2\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood vintage condition. Attractive smudge \/ patina which I have not attempted to clean as I think it adds to its vintage charm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Welsh Gift Shop Preloved","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56693390836089,"sku":"DS-E-snuff-made-wales (sent separately)","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/7182\/files\/snuff-box-brass-oval-tin-welsh-miners-cymru-dragon-preloved-1a.jpg?v=1771422893","url":"https:\/\/welshgiftshop.com\/products\/snuff-box-brass-oval-tin-welsh-miners-cymru-dragon-preloved-1","provider":"The Welsh Gift Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}