THIS CATEGORY HAS A NUMBER OF MAINLY AMERICAN (THE BEST EVER MADE) FIGURAL NAPKIN RINGS AND FIGURAL TOOTHPICK HOLDERS FOR SALE.

Considering they were hand made in the period 1860 to 1900, most parts cast in fine sand, and hand soldered, they are works of art. They are very collectable, very rare, quite gorgeous, make a great decorative piece, and are a great investment. My prices are set below auction prices available to me.

large cherub carrying napkin ring, Barbour Bros. #10

Item number: FIG14120031

Price: $195 USD

This is one of the loveliest Victorian napkin ring you will see. It has a large winged cherub carrying a napkin ring on his back, on a highly decorated base, which sits on 4 ball feet. It is in excellent condition. The ring is marked on the base Barbour Silver Co., Quadruple plate number 10. I could not find this ring in the book "Figural Napkin Rings: Collector's Identification and Value Guide", by Gottschalk and Whitson (G&W), but on page 180, plate 437 there is a similar ring with a flat base, which they valued in 1996 at $200 to $350 USD. I have seen this plain ring on ebay before (sells for about $100 to $150 USD), but not the one I am selling here. I did find out that only one such ring has appeared in USA auction houses in the last 5 years and it sold for $240 (includes premium). That ring also had significant silverplate loss. The condition of this ring is exceptional. A photograph of the ring I am selling can be found in the book "American Vistorian Figural Napkin Rings", by Victor Schnadig, on page 19 (see photo above).

I have also found out that the Barbour Silver Co. was absorbed into the International Silver Company in 1898, so the ring is pre-1898. The ring hence dates from 1892-1898 (see history below).

Barbour Silver Co. was organized in 1892 by Samuel L. Barbour, and others. In Aug. 1893, they took over some of the machinery and stock of the Hartford Silver Plate Co., organized in 1882 and believed to have been carried on for a short time under the name of Hartford Silver Co. When the Int'l Silver Co. was formed in 1898, Samuel L. Barbour, who had been active head of Barbour Silver Co. for several years, continued as manager of that branch (known as factory A) and was made a director of the new Co. and remained for several years after the plant was moved to the buildings formerly occupied by the Meriden Silver Plate Co. Samuel L. Barbour was born in Norwalk, Conn. about 1865 and died in San Francisco, Nov. 11, 1925.

dimensions: approx. 8.5 cms x 7 cms x 9 cms high.....this is a very BIG napkin ring....see photos of other na[kin rings for sale above.

condition. This napkin ring is in  excellent condition. The ring is perfectly round. Because the maker's stamp underneath has been partly obscured, and because the napkin ring is so shiny, I think this ring may have been resilvered. There may also be some nickel in with the silver plating, as it has hardly any tarnish spots at all, just a bit tarnished in between the cherub's wings. It is very shiny. The final product is an extraordinary antique figural napkin ring in practically mint condition. The only fault as I see it is some roughness around the ornate decoration on the base.

 

antique figural silver-plate napkin ring Wilcox Meriden 01576, running boy pulling sled

Item number: FIG20061922

Price: $650

dog chasing bird figural napkin ring, Meriden B Company #364

Item number: FIG13122352

Price: $245

This is a lovely Victorian napkin ring, with a small dog chasing/confronting a bird or eagle sitting on top of a napkin ring engraved with flowers and leaves. The edge of the napkin ring also has a nice wavy shape. The ring is marked as being made by Meriden B Company, and numbered 364. 

It can be found in the book "Figural Napkin Rings: Collector's Identification and Value Guide", by Gottschalk and Whitson (G&W), on page 20, plate 32. The ring in the book is made bt Rogers Smith and Co. and they valued this figural napkin ring in 1996 at less than or equal to $200 USD.

The Meriden B Company (B stands for Britannia) was organised in 1852. In 1862 it purchased Rogers Bros. and moved the company from Hartford to Meriden CT. 

By the 1890s, Meriden Britannia had established branches in Canada and London and sales offices in Chicago, New York, and San Francisco. Assuming a leadership role, Meriden Britannia convinced other small independent silver shops in the Connecticut area that cooperation was more efficient. The International Silver Company was the result, forming in 1898.

previous sales. This ring sold at Burchard Galleries auctions in 2005 for $300 plus premium (20%) = $360. I am offering this lovely napkin ring in excellent overall condition, for just $245, with offers considered. 

dimensions: approx. 6.5 cms x 5 cms x 6 cms high = 2 5/8" x 2 " x 2 3/8"

condition. This napkin ring is in  very good to excellent condition. It has a dark finish with a lovely patina. I see no repairs, no missing bits, no damage, no pitting, no cracks, no pitting, and no loss of silverplate. The ring is pretty well perfectly round.  

cute cat figural napkin ring, unmarked

Item number: FIG14120002

Price: $185

This is a fabulous Victorian figural napkin ring, with a cute cat next to a waist-shaped heavily edge- beaded napkin ring. It is unmarked but guaranteed authentic. It is c1870-1880. This napkin ring is not shown in the book "Figural Napkin Rings: Collector's Identification and Value Guide", by Gottschalk and Whitson (G&W), so is quite rare. It is pictured in the book by Victor Schnadig on page 79. 

dimensions: approx. 6 cms long x 4 cms wide x 4.5 cms high

condition. This napkin ring is in excellent condition overall. No repairs. No missing parts. No pitting. No cracks or splitting. No silverplate loss. 

Overall I would say the ring is in excellent near mint condition. A very solid 9.5 to 10 out of 10. 

lily flower and lily pad figural napkin ring, Rogers, Smith & Co. Meriden #168

Item number: FIG13122312

Price: $75 USD

This is a lovely figural Victorian napkin ring, sitting on a lily pad with a lily flower wrapped around itself to form a handle. The ring is marked as having been made by Rogers, Smith & Co., and is numbered #168. It can be found in the book "Figural Napkin Rings: Collector's Identification and Value Guide", by Gottschalk and Whitson (G&W), on page 203, plate 495. They valued this figural napkin ring in 1996 at $200 USD or less. 

The Rogers name spans the the 19th century in silverplate. William, the eldest brother, left the family farm and became a partner with Joseph Church (jeweler and silversmith in Hartford, Conn.) in 1825. By 1835, Asa Jr. and Simeon had both joined the firm. Asa Jr. started experimenting with electroplating in the early 1840's. In 1847, the first Rogers Brothers trademark was stamped on their silver plate spoons. The Rogers name became so important in the business that many affiliations would form companies to use the Rogers name. Some were related by family ties and some just lucky enough to have the same name. The F.B. Rogers Silver Co. was incorporated in 1886, in Taunton Massachusetts. This company worked well into the 20th century, and became a division of the National Silver Company in 1955. 

In 1862, the Meriden Britannia Company purchased the Rogers Brothers Manufacturing Company, including their tools, dies and trademark. Many other small companies in the area realized the benefits of banding together to better supply the growing public demand. The International Silver Company was incorporated in 1898. Along with the 1847 Rogers Bros. trademark, the Meriden Britannia Company led the way. Soon, over forty firms would join, often retaining their own trademarks under the I.S. Co. umbrella. Some of these names include the American Silver Co., Barbour Silver Co., Forbes Silver Co., Holmes & Edwards Silver Co., Manhattan Silver Plate Co., Meriden Silver Plate Co., Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co., C. Rogers & Bros., Rogers & Hamilton Co., Rogers, Smith & Co., Watrous Mfg. Co., Webster Mfg. Co., Wilcox Silver Plate Co, Wilcox & Everster, and the William Rogers Mfg. Co. 

This ring is relatively common but often appears in very poor condition. 

dimensions: approx. 10 cms x 8 cms x 6.5 cms high. 

condition. This napkin ring is in  excellent condition. There is no silverplate loss I can see, no damage, no pitting, no breaks, no cracks, no missing bits, and no repairs.  The ring is also pretty well perfect round too. The cartouche is not engraved. the ring was probably bought but never used for  110-120 years or so. 

Although I endeavour to describe items I am selling to the best of my ability, I am not an expert, so please look carefully at the photographs, and ask questions if you have any concerns. The photographs are an integral part of the item description. 

lady on taboggan/sled figuralk napkin ring, FB Rogers Silver Co. 1883

Item number: FIG14120045

Price $450 USD

This is a fabulous VERY RARE Victorian figural napkin ring, with a Victorian lady in the appropriate wear on a toboggan/sled. The ring is marked as having been made by F.B. Rogers Silver Co. and is marked #273. It is c1870-1890. This napkin ring is shown in the book "Figural Napkin Rings: Collector's Identification and Value Guide", by Gottschalk and Whitson (G&W), on page 294, plate 729....see photo. It is very rare....all sports napkin rings are very rare, sought-after, and always command a premium price.

F. B. Rogers Silver Co. was a silversmithing company founded in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts in 1883. It was acquired by Edmund W. Porter and L.B. West, who incorporated the company and moved manufacturing operations to Taunton, Massachusetts in 1886.

For several years, the company became known as West Silver Company, and was producing silver products for the William Rogers Manufacturing Company of Hartford, Connecticut.

dimensions: approx. 8.5 cms long x 5.5 cms x 6.5 cms high
weight: approx 85 gms ~ 3 oz

condition. This napkin ring is in very good condition, with a nice dark patina. No repairs. No missing parts. No pitting. No cracks/splits. The silverplate is tarnished, but I think that any possible plate loss (through natural wear only) is restricted to the ring itself and underneath, where it had most surface contact. There is no direct evidence of any silverplate loss. I have not clean or tried to repair the ring, offering it to serious collectors in its as found state. 

The only damage I can see is that the two back corner are bent upward, one a bit more than the other corner. The ring is slightly out of round but not suffering from any major dents etc. Overall I would say the ring is in very good aged condition. A very solid 8 out of 10.

bird on leaf figural napkin ring, Rogers Bro. & Company, #202

Item number: FIG14120049

Price: $275 USD

This is an absolutely delightful Victorian napkin ring.  It has a long-tailed bird sitting on a branch, coming up from the base which is in the shape of a leaf. It is marked as made by Rogers & Bro. Co., and numbered 202.  The napkin ring is shown in the book"Figural Napkin Rings: Collector's Identification and Value Guide", by Gottschalk and Whitson (G&W), on page 91, plate 209. In 1996, Gottschalk and Whitson valued this ring at more than $200 but less than or equal to $350.

Rogers Brothers can trace its beginning to the 1820's. They were a manufacturer of silver plate flatware and hollowware. Their most popular line perhaps was the 1847 Rogers Bros. flatware. The name Rogers Bros. was first used in 1847. In 1898, they became part of the International Silver Company. 1847 Rogers Bros Silver Plate is still being produced today.

dimensions: approx. 10 cms x 8 cms x 8 cms high = 4 " x 3 1/4" x 3 1/4"

condition. This napkin ring is in excellent condition. No repairs. No damage. No missing parts. No pitting. The silverplate is in excellent condition too, some spots of tarnish, should polish well.