Lot 031: Collection of Vintage 925 Sterling Silver and Silverplate Items

Starting bid: $9 AUD.

A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. - View 2 A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. - View 3 A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. - View 4 A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. - View 5 A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. - View 6 A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. - View 7 A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. - View 8

Description

A collection of four vintage silver-toned items, including a sterling silver napkin ring, a second napkin ring, a ribbed cup, and a lidded box, dating from the early to mid-20th century. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Early to Mid-20th Century * Material: Sterling silver (one napkin ring), silverplate/base metal (cup, second napkin ring), Tibetan Silver (lidded box) * Style: Varied, reflecting common designs of the period, including ribbed and textured patterns * Weights: Oval napkin ring (18.56g), textured napkin ring (24.48g), lidded box (39.72g), ribbed cup (104g) Condition: Oxidation and tarnish are visible on all items. The enameled top of the lidded box shows significant wear and loss to the design. The ribbed cup and other napkin ring exhibit general surface wear, scratches, and minor dents consistent with age and use. Interesting fact: * Sterling silver, a common alloy for silverware, is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper, to provide durability. * The term "Tibetan Silver" typically refers to a metal alloy that contains no silver or only a small percentage, commonly used for its aesthetic resemblance to genuine silver. Use: Ideal for collectors of vintage silverware, for display, or for practical use in a period-themed dining setting.

Condition Report

Oxidation and tarnish on all items. Significant wear and loss to the enameled design on the lidded box. General surface wear, scratches, and minor dents consistent with age and use.

Specifications

CategoryAntiques
Lot ReferenceLOT-031
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