File:Papier-mâché snuff box, England, 1850-1900 Wellcome L0057131.jpg

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Papier-mâché snuff box, England, 1850-1900
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Papier-mâché snuff box, England, 1850-1900
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Embossed on to the lid of this papier-mâché snuff box is an advert for another tobacco product, Diamond Navy Cut Cigarettes. Snuff became popular in the 1660s for its taste, aroma and stimulating nicotine boost. Applying the finely powdered tobacco on to the gums or up the nose was also said to be good for ear, nose and throat problems, common colds and stopping snoring.

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Place made: England, United Kingdom

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Keywords: Nicotine; Tobacco; snuff box
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A35009
  • Photo number: L0057131
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