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Pair Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Rings Sheffield 1913 Martin Hall & Co Cased
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Pair Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Rings Sheffield 1913 Martin Hall & Co Cased

1900 - 1920
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An attractive matching pair of antique sterling silver napkin rings by Martin Hall & Co, hallmarked Sheffield 1913, presented in their original fitted case.

Each ring features decorative pierced scroll and foliate work, shaped borders and a vacant central cartouche without initials or inscription. Their unusual shaped form and intricate openwork make them an elegant addition to an antique silver collection or dining table.

The fitted case has a purple velvet base and cream satin lid lining bearing the retailer’s name, M Rhodes & Sons Ltd, Goldsmiths, Bradford.

Maker: Martin Hall & Co

Assay office and date: Sheffield, 1913

Material: Sterling silver, 925 fineness

Quantity: Matching pair

Combined silver weight: Approximately 60g, excluding case

Measurements of each ring: Approximately 4.5cm tall, 5cm wide and 4cm across the top

Decoration: Pierced scroll and foliate design

Cartouches: Vacant, with no initials or inscription

Original fitted presentation case included

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Quality Antiques and Vintage has dated these Antique Silver Napkin Rings to the Edwardian era.

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An attractive matching pair of antique sterling silver napkin rings by Martin Hall & Co, hallmarked Sheffield 1913, presented in their original fitted case.
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Each ring features decorative pierced scroll and foliate work, shaped borders and a vacant central cartouche without initials or inscription.
Quality Antiques and Vintage

Their unusual shaped form and intricate openwork make them an elegant addition to an antique silver collection or dining table.

fig 1. A pair of Edwardian pierced sterling silver napkin rings with unengraved cartouches presented in a dark velvet-lined fitted box.
fig 1. Pair Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Rings Sheffield 1913 Martin Hall & Co Cased

The fitted case has a purple velvet base and cream satin lid lining bearing the retailer’s name, M Rhodes & Sons Ltd, Goldsmiths, Bradford.

Maker: Martin Hall & Co

Assay office and date: Sheffield, 1913

fig 2. A pair of Edwardian pierced sterling silver napkin rings with unengraved cartouches presented in a dark velvet-lined fitted box.
fig 2. Pair Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Rings Sheffield 1913 Martin Hall & Co Cased

Material: Sterling silver, 925 fineness

Quantity: Matching pair

Combined silver weight: Approximately 60g, excluding case

Measurements of each ring: Approximately 4.5cm tall, 5cm wide and 4cm across the top

fig 3. A pair of Edwardian pierced sterling silver napkin rings with unengraved cartouches presented in a dark velvet-lined fitted box.
fig 3. Pair Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Rings Sheffield 1913 Martin Hall & Co Cased

Decoration: Pierced scroll and foliate design

Cartouches: Vacant, with no initials or inscription

Original fitted presentation case included

We Professionally package all our items for safety and provide Free UK Shipping with Tracking **

Date of Manufacture

Quality Antiques and Vintage has dated these Antique Silver Napkin Rings to the Edwardian era.

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Archive I A pair of Edwardian pierced sterling silver napkin rings with unengraved cartouches presented in a dark velvet-lined fitted box.

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A pair of Edwardian pierced sterling silver napkin rings with unengraved cartouches presented in a dark velvet-lined fitted box.
Pair Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Rings Sheffield 1913 Martin Hall & Co Cased
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  • ObjectNapkin Rings
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced scrollwork, Central unengraved cartouche, Foliate lattice

This pair of Edwardian sterling silver napkin rings dates from 1913, manufactured by Martin Hall & Co in Sheffield. Each piece exhibits decorative pierced scroll and foliate lattice work with shaped borders and a vacant central cartouche, all finished in silver. The matching items rest inside an original fitted presentation case featuring a dark purple velvet base, cream satin lid lining, and a black exterior box. Visible details include gold retailer lettering printed on the satin lid interior and polished plain circular cartouches. Individual rings measure 4.5 cm tall, 5 cm wide, and 4 cm across the top. Suitable for daily dining or collection displays, these items sit upon a dining table center or within a display cabinet. The set functions practically for holding cloth table linens during meals, presenting a classic English Country House aesthetic. Maintenance requires standard silver cleaning methods to preserve the polished metallic finish.

FAQs

Silver napkin rings were introduced in 19th-century Europe to identify an individuals cloth napkin between household washings. Sets were frequently gifted for christenings, weddings, and milestone occasions, becoming a staple of formal table etiquette.

Antique silver napkin rings were constructed from sterling silver sheets or cast sections, shaped into bands, and adorned using techniques such as hand-piercing, engraving, chasing, or repousse work before receiving assay hallmarks.

Authentic British Edwardian silver features a complete set of hallmarks, including the makers mark, town mark (such as a crown for Sheffield), lion passant for sterling purity, and a specific date letter code used between 1901 and 1910s.

Pair silver napkin rings with crisp linen or cotton napkins on modern porcelain or stoneware place settings. Mixing historic silver accents with natural textures creates an elegant contrast for contemporary tablescapes.

Maintain silver by washing gently in warm soapy water and drying thoroughly with a soft cloth. Use a specialized silver polishing cloth or mild cream polish to remove tarnish, avoiding abrasive tools that could scratch detailed metalwork.
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