Old napkin ring in sterling silver minerva - vendôme shell decoration 24gr

This elegant old napkin ring is made of solid silver. Round in shape, it is decorated with shells and egg friezes. It is engraved with the first name of “marie-antoinette”. The napkin ring is a traditional gift: in the past, in wealthy families, the godmother offered a silver object to the child (hence the expression "to be born with a silver spoon in your mouth). The napkin ring napkin was part of everyday jewelry objects and constituted a safe haven, transmitted to the protégé. This present could be accompanied by an egg cup, a spoon or a timpani. The child will keep this present all his life and will use it on a daily basis. It measures 3.5 cm X 5.5 cm in diameter. It bears the neck brace hallmark and weighs 24 grams. It shows traces of oxidation and use.

Ref. : V28WJZUH