Andrew Campbell, founder and owner of AC Silver, has been dealing in antique silver and antique jewellery since 1977. In addition to a premier retail premises in Newcastle, north-east England, Andrew has developed an internationally recognised online store, serving both new and return customers nationally and worldwide.
Andrew personally sources a wide range of items, including antique jewellery, antique diamond rings and antique gemstone rings. Andrew has also developed a fine and comprehensive inventory of antique silverware, AC Silver is a respected and trusted specialist in its field.
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Napkin Rings
REF: C8513 / LA508734
£1,595
€1,863
$2,006
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Description
An exceptional, fine and impressive set of six antique Victorian English sterling silver napkin rings - boxed; an addition to our dining silverware collection.
This exceptional set of antique Victorian silver napkin rings consists of six napkin rings, each with a circular shaped form.
The scalloped lozenge-shaped anterior surface of each napkin ring is embellished with a bright cut engraved interlacing scroll bordered cartouche, bearing a crest of a fleur-de-lis to the centre.
The cylindrical band of each napkin is ornamented with further bright cut engraved interlacing designs, incorporating quatrefoil floral motifs to the reverse.
These impressive Victorian silver napkin rings are fitted to an impressive hinged leatherette presentation box with a satin and velvet lined interior, securing with a push fit catch.
Such examples in this desirable shape and substantial size are becoming increasingly difficult to locate; these napkin rings are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire.
Dimensions
Height 5.1cm/2.01'
Diameter 4.9cm/1.93'
Weight
2.4 troy ounces/74.8g
Maker: Henry John Lias & James Wakely
Origin: Birmingham, England
measurements
Height:
2.01 in
Width:
1.93 in
measurements
declaration
AC Silver has clarified that the Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Napkin Rings (LA508734) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1879
declaration
condition
condition
This antique set of 6 silver napkin rings is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
Each component has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.
The bright cut engraved decoration is all very crisp.
Full hallmarks struck to the surface of each napkin ring are all very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck due to the superior gauge of silver.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these examples of antique silverware.