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Napkin ring

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1861-1865

GUSN

GUSN-24641

Description

Silver napkin ring w/ raised banded edges and swirled chevron-like patterning as band at center. Raised leaf w/ inscription.

Details

Descriptive Terms

napkin rings
table linens
silver (metal)
Silver
RING, NAPKIN

Inscription

Engraved at center: ""M.L.A.""

Associated Building

Original to Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, Me.),

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

0.875 (H), 1.75 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Jane S. Tucker

Accession Number

1998.5499

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