Antique French Sterling Silver Napkin Ring, AA Monogram

About This Piece

A grand French sterling silver napkin ring in the Empire style, featuring acanthus wreaths, flowers, and ribbons. The sides and back have precise panels with floral work and further acanthus leaves. Monogrammed "AA". Beautiful and heavy — ready to take its place in any serious collection.

If you have not yet collected antique French napkin rings, this would be a fine example to begin with. French rings are more generous in size than their English or American counterparts — grand in scale and usually grand in design, created by master silversmiths with unlimited decorative vocabulary: flowers, latticework, wreaths, ribbons, flaming torches, quivers. Many bear monograms that add to the story of the piece. Each one has its own little history.

Hallmarks & Provenance

French sterling silver, .950. Marked with the Minerva 1st Titre mark and the maker’s punch for Louis Coignet, Paris, active 1893–1928.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: Paris, France
• Maker: Louis Coignet (active 1893–1928)
• Material: French sterling silver, .950
• Diameter: 2"
• Height: 1½"
• Weight: 41 grams
• Monogram: "AA"
• Item ID: 122321

Condition

Very good estate condition. Napkin ring is not perfectly round; minor surface scratches and a tiny ding on the top edge, all in accordance with age and use.

Shipping & Handling

• 1–2 days packing time; ships via USPS Priority Mail
• Complimentary shipping within the US
• Reduced International Rates available