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Antique Chester Silver Napkin Ring
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Antique Chester Silver Napkin Ring

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Hand of Glory
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A silver napkin ring, Chester 1928?, makers mark T&S, of D-shape with engine turned decoration, the central reserve with the engraved initials 'MC'.

23 grammes.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.8cm (1.89")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
2.2cm (0.87")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Chester Sterling Silver Napkin Ring to the 1920s.

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SA1180061
Description
A silver napkin ring, Chester 1928?, makers mark T&S, of D-shape with engine turned decoration, the central reserve with the engraved initials 'MC'.

23 grammes.

Height
4.8cm (1.89")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
2.2cm (0.87")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Chester Sterling Silver Napkin Ring to the 1920s.

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SA1180061
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An oval antique sterling silver napkin ring featuring detailed engine-turned wavy patterns and a central circular cartouche engraved with initials.
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Archive I An oval antique sterling silver napkin ring featuring detailed engine-turned wavy patterns and a central circular cartouche engraved with initials.

Antique Chester Silver Napkin Ring

Archive II An oval antique sterling silver napkin ring featuring detailed engine-turned wavy patterns and a central circular cartouche engraved with initials. View II
Archive III An oval antique sterling silver napkin ring featuring detailed engine-turned wavy patterns and a central circular cartouche engraved with initials. View III
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An oval antique sterling silver napkin ring featuring detailed engine-turned wavy patterns and a central circular cartouche engraved with initials.
Antique Chester Silver Napkin Ring
Ref: SA1180061
An oval antique sterling silver napkin ring featuring detailed engine-turned wavy patterns and a central circular cartouche engraved with initials.
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  • ObjectNapkin Rings
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngine-turned pattern, Engraved cartouche, Monogram initials, Wavy borders
  • SizeH 4.8 cm (2 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 2.2 cm (1 in)

This Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring originates from Chester and dates to 1928, displaying a bright silver metallic finish throughout its structure. The D-shaped piece exhibits a highly detailed engine-turned pattern of horizontal wavy bands running along the top and bottom borders, combined with a wider band of interlocking scaled textures across the middle section. A circular cartouche sits centrally within the decoration, bearing the engraved script monogram initials MC in contrasting dark tones. The interior is smooth and polished, while the exterior shows crisp machine-engraved tooling and clear definition along all edges. Measuring 4.8 cm high, 3 cm wide, and 2.2 cm deep, the item serves as a functional and decorative accessory for the dining table center during meals or formal gatherings. Placed on a dining table, it holds cloth table linen securely while adding a traditional English country house touch to place settings.

FAQs

Napkin rings originated in early nineteenth-century Europe to identify an individuals cloth napkin between washings, becoming popular dining accessories during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Antique napkin rings were typically crafted from solid sterling silver, silver plate, or electroplated nickel silver, often decorated with engine-turned engraving or hand-chased patterns.

Authentic Chester silver features specific British hallmarks, including the city mark depicting three wheat sheaves and a sword, alongside a makers mark, date letter, and the lion passant for sterling quality.

Incorporating antique silver napkin rings into formal or casual modern table settings adds textural contrast and historical interest, pairing effortlessly with crisp linen napkins.

Clean silver gently using a soft cloth and specialist silver polish to remove tarnish, avoiding harsh chemical cleansers or abrasive pads that can scratch delicate engraving.
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