Mid 19th Century Victorian Quadruple Silverplated Napkin Rings- Set of 3

Details

Description

For your consideration, We present a stunning trio of three "Quadruple" silver-plated napkin rings designed in the elegant form of … Read more For your consideration, We present a stunning trio of three "Quadruple" silver-plated napkin rings designed in the elegant form of a water lily.
These exquisite pieces were highly fashionable in the late 19th century.

Crafted from a well-made copper base, these napkin rings are plated with sterling silver four times, which is why they remain so beautiful and have aged remarkably well. They would make a perfect addition to your table setting.

One of the rings has been wrapped in an old silver cloth, making it slightly brighter than the other two.
With time and use, it will develop a lovely patina similar to the rest.

The napkin rings measure 4.25" x 3" x 4.25" and are superbly crafted by the Meriden Britannia Company. In the 1870s, this company was the world's largest silverware manufacturer.

It used Britannia metal—an alloy of tin, copper, and antimony—as the base for its silver-plated items.
The company won a First Place medal for its plated wares at the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. They had showrooms in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, London, and Paris. See less