Antique and Vintage Silver-Plated Napkin Rings
Condition Fine with marks indicative of both age and usage. Naturally tarnished. We have left the tarnishing on. You may wish to polish this away depending upon preference.
The mixed lot, including a pair of napkin rings and one in picture seven with engraved personalisation, reflects diverse styles and tastes, each piece contributing to dining culture and domestic life.
Napkin rings are small, circular bands made from materials like silver, silver-plated metals, brass, or alloys. They've been used as tableware accessories since the 19th century, mainly in Western cultures.
Napkin rings hold folded napkins neatly during meals, preventing unfolding or wrinkling, popular during formal dining, adding elegance to table settings.
Silver-plated napkin rings, including antique and vintage ones, often feature intricate designs, engravings, or personalisations, reflecting craftsmanship and tastes of the time.
Over time, silver-plated napkin rings develop a tarnished patina due to air and moisture exposure. Some appreciate this aged appearance, while others prefer a polished shine.
Napkin rings serve decorative, functional, and commemorative purposes, used as gifts, wedding favours, or heirlooms, preserving connections to history and family heritage.
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