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Victorian Silver Plated Figural Napkin Ring "Boy Pushing Ring" Meriden Ca 1880

About the Item

Silver plated American figural napkin ring of a young boy pushing a heart shaped napkin ring marked "Meriden 161", indicating the earlier version of this ring, circa 1886. The Meriden Britannia Company was located in Meriden Connecticut and was a leading manufacturer of figural napkin rings and other silver plated items of the late 19th century. This particular napkin ring is identified and referenced on page 263; plate 649 in "Figural Napkin Rings" written by Sandra Whitson, published in 1996. The ring is in good condition and is all original, it has not been restored or re-plated. Provenance: Recently acquired in a fine quality San Francisco estate sale Dimensions: 2 1/2" high x 1 3/4" deep x 2 3/4" wide
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Incline Village, NV
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU973244857272

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