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Napkin Ring

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

ca. 1853

GUSN

GUSN-246952

Description

Circular silver napkin ring, with a rounded, ornately decorated, edge; engraved with a leaf and grape design.

Details

Descriptive Terms

napkin rings
silver (metal)
engraving (action)
Ring, Napkin

Inscription

"L.M.B. / from / H.C.B. / June 6th 1853" (Engraved)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 7/8 (D), 2 1/8 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Katharine Richardson

Accession Number

2002.29.6

Places

Probably United States

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