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Nice Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Napkin Ring - 1902
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Nice Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Napkin Ring - 1902

1900 - 1920
Description

Nice Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Napkin Ring featuring a finely pierced floral motif and vacant cartouche. Housed in a blue leatherette case with a rich purple velvet base and silk-lined lid. Hallmarked for Sheffield, 1902.

Measurements:

Height: 1 1/4" (approx. 3cm)

Diameter: 2" (approx. 5cm)

Silver weight: 39g

Total weight: 132g

In good condition – Crisp piercing, clearly legible hallmarks, and minimal wear. The case shows light age-related marks but remains structurally sound.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Napkin Ring to the 1900s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09077139
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem is 124 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Date letter k on the side: 1902.
Crown and lion passant punches: Sheffield sterling silver.
Maker's mark for William Hutton & Sons: established Sheffield silversmiths.
Pierced foliate scrollwork with an unengraved oval: vacant cartouche for initialling.
Fitted morocco-grain box with velvet and silk lining: period presentation case.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1153877
Dealers Internal Reference
P51545
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Description
Nice Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Napkin Ring featuring a finely pierced floral motif and vacant cartouche. Housed in a blue leatherette case with a rich purple velvet base and silk-lined lid. Hallmarked for Sheffield, 1902.
fig 1. An Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring featuring intricate pierced leaf motifs and an unengraved central oval cartouche, presented in a velvet-lined blue box.
fig 1. Nice Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Napkin Ring - 1902

Measurements:

Height: 1 1/4" (approx. 3cm)

Diameter: 2" (approx. 5cm)

Silver weight: 39g

Total weight: 132g

In good condition – Crisp piercing, clearly legible hallmarks, and minimal wear. The case shows light age-related marks but remains structurally sound.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Napkin Ring to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09077139
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem is 124 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Date letter k on the side: 1902.
Crown and lion passant punches: Sheffield sterling silver.
Maker's mark for William Hutton & Sons: established Sheffield silversmiths.
Pierced foliate scrollwork with an unengraved oval: vacant cartouche for initialling.
Fitted morocco-grain box with velvet and silk lining: period presentation case.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1153877
Dealers Internal Ref
P51545
Kingsdown Antiques
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Archive I An Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring featuring intricate pierced leaf motifs and an unengraved central oval cartouche, presented in a velvet-lined blue box.

Nice Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Napkin Ring - 1902

Archive II An Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring featuring intricate pierced leaf motifs and an unengraved central oval cartouche, presented in a velvet-lined blue box. View II
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Archive IV Scale Reference for An Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring featuring intricate pierced leaf motifs and an unengraved central oval cartouche, presented in a velvet-lined blue box.
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An Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring featuring intricate pierced leaf motifs and an unengraved central oval cartouche, presented in a velvet-lined blue box.
Nice Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Napkin Ring - 1902
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An Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring featuring intricate pierced leaf motifs and an unengraved central oval cartouche, presented in a velvet-lined blue box.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectNapkin Rings
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced fretwork, Foliate leaves, Blank oval cartouche, Rolled rim
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring dates to 1902 and originates from Sheffield. The piece displays a pierced fretwork design with foliate leaves surrounding a blank oval cartouche, finished with a rolled rim. The silver has a reflective silver colour, while the presentation box provides a blue exterior, a rich purple velvet base, and a white silk-lined interior. Additional visible details include metallic gold-coloured hardware catches on the box. The silver napkin ring measures 3 cm high, 5 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. Today, this accessory sits on a dining table centre during formal meals or family gatherings, serving its traditional purpose of holding cloth napkins. The item functions well in an English Country House setting, combining historical craftsmanship with practical utility. The structural integrity remains sound despite light age-related marks on the outer case, and the hallmarks remain legible.

FAQs

During the Edwardian era (19011910), silver napkin rings were standard dining accessories used to identify individual linens between laundering. Craftsmen frequently employed intricate pierced fretwork, engraving, and foliate motifs reflecting the decorative trends of the early twentieth century.

Antique napkin rings were typically crafted from solid sterling silver or silver plate. Artisans used techniques such as hand-piercing, casting, chasing, and engine turning to create intricate patterns around a central cartouche designed for personalised engraving.

Authentic British sterling silver pieces feature a full set of hallmarks, including the lion passant for sterling purity, an assay office mark, a makers mark, and a date letter. Edwardian examples often showcase delicate floral or geometric pierced decoration alongside these official stamps.

Antique silver napkin rings can elevate modern table settings by contrasting against minimalist linen napkins and contemporary ceramic dinnerware. They can also be displayed in glass cabinets or used as decorative accents during formal dining occasions.

Clean sterling silver using a soft cloth and a gentle silver polish formulated for antiques, avoiding abrasive cleaners that might damage fine detail. Store the item in a dry, tarnish-resistant cloth bag or lined presentation box to prevent oxidisation.
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