A matching pair of French sterling silver napkin rings beautifully designed in the Louis XVI Rococo manner. A large cartouche on the front of each ring bears a monogram, surrounded by shell motifs with fine detail work. Grand in style and substantial in weight — 95 grams total, just over 3 troy ounces. Matching pairs of French napkin rings are genuinely hard to find.
Hallmarks & Provenance
French sterling silver, .950, c. 1900. Marked with the Minerva 1st Titre mark and maker’s mark RC with a clover (un trèfle) for Ravinet & Cie, Paris.
Details & Dimensions
Origin: Paris, France
Date: c. 1900
Maker: Ravinet & Cie, Paris (RC with clover)
Material: French sterling silver, .950
Diameter: 2"
Height: 1½"
Total weight: 95 grams (just over 3 troy ounces)
Quantity: Matching pair
Item ID: 121266
Condition
Very good. Minor surface scratches. Both rings are slightly out of round on each end — please refer to the photos. All in accordance with age and use.
