"Rip Van Winkle's Dog" Silver Plate Victorian Napkin Ring, American, circa 1880s

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About the Item

This is another in the long line of highly desirable animal themed silver plated Victorian napkin rings, except this particular ring is especially sought after because it mounts the same dog that is found on the rare "Rip Van Winkle" napkin ring, which is the "holy grail" of napkin rings for collectors. The dog is beautifully cast with excellent attention to detail, noting his Fine fur and facial and tail characteristics. The dog stands on a geometric diamond designed platform, and is attached to the ring at the tail. The underneath is embossed with the maker hallmark "Simpson, Hall, Miller, & Co." in addition to the number "017" (see image). Simpson, Hall, Miller, & Co. manufactured cutlery and silver hollowware in Wallingford, Connecticut; founded in 1866. The ring is in excellent all original condition, with no restoration and the original silver plating almost completely intact. Look closely and you can see the name "Fred" engraved in the top panel of the ring (see image). Obviously, this was to hold Fred's napkin for the week. The price on this ring reflects both the Fine casting and the rarity. Dimensions: 3 3/8" long x 2" wide x 2" high Rings were used, not only for entertaining and special occasions, but also to identify each member of the family's napkin, since the laundry was not done daily and the napkins were reused. Victorian silver plated napkin rings are highly sought after, and collectors often like to use them at dinner parties, matching up rings with the personalities of their guests. Note: Please see my listings for other silver plate and figural napkin rings.

Creator:
Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co. (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 3.38 in (8.59 cm)
Style:
Victorian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver Plate,Cast,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1880-1889
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1880s
Condition:
Seller Location:
Incline Village, NV
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU973212672382

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