Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Ring, Jones & Crompton, Birmingham 1916

An antique English sterling silver napkin ring by Jones & Crompton, hallmarked in Birmingham in 1916. The ring has a restrained circular form with finely engraved horizontal bands, a raised rim and an engraved monogram reading “R.C.” An additional inscription inside the ring records the date “11.4.44”, adding a personal historical detail to this early 20th-century English silver piece.

DETAILS

• Item: Antique sterling silver napkin ring
• Maker: Jones & Crompton
• Origin: Birmingham, England
• Date: 1916
• Period: First World War era
• Material: Sterling silver
• Silver purity: 925 sterling silver
• Hallmarks: Jones & Crompton maker’s mark, Birmingham anchor, lion passant and date letter
• Decoration: Fine horizontal engraved bands and raised rims
• Monogram: Engraved initials “R.C.”
• Additional inscription: “11.4.44” engraved inside the ring
• Diameter: Approximately 4.5 cm
• Weight: 19.3 grams

CONDITION

Very good antique condition with surface scratches, light patina and age-related wear consistent with use. The hallmarks remain visible, although some impressions show wear. No major dents or structural damage are apparent in the photographs.

COLLECTOR CONTEXT

Jones & Crompton was a Birmingham silver manufacturer active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This hallmarked sterling silver napkin ring is a practical example of English table silver from 1916, with the later dated inscription adding further character and provenance interest.

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