Silver Plated Napkin Ring 1938

Antique Solid Silver Engine Turned Napkin Ring – Birmingham 1944 – Edwin Joseph Houlston

Some patterns never go out of fashion, and engine turning is one of them. The fine, precisely engraved lines on this antique solid sterling silver napkin ring create a subtle play of light that gives the silver a depth and richness impossible to achieve with a plain polished finish.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1944, this handsome napkin ring was crafted by Edwin Joseph Houlston, a respected Birmingham silversmith whose work is recognised for its quality and attention to detail. Produced during the final years of the Second World War, it is a reminder that British silversmiths continued to create beautifully made tableware despite the challenges of the period.

Weighing a substantial 27 grams, this is a reassuringly solid napkin ring with excellent proportions. The finely executed engine turned decoration remains crisp, while the polished cartouche provides the perfect place for engraving initials, a name or a special date, creating a gift that is both personal and enduring.

Every antique silver napkin ring that arrives in our workshop is individually assessed before restoration. This example has been carefully restored to near-new condition, preserving the sharp hallmarks, the beautifully detailed engraving and the character that only genuine antique silver can offer.

Features & Specifications

• Material: Solid sterling silver
• Maker: Edwin Joseph Houlston
• Hallmarks: Birmingham, 1944
• Design: Traditional engine turned decoration with polished cartouche
• Diameter: 45 mm
• Height: 28 mm
• Weight: 27 grams
• Condition: Expertly restored to near-new condition

Engraving & Presentation

• Fast 24-hour engraving service
• Napkin ring engraving available (chargeable)
• Free engraved gift box plaque (up to 45 characters)
• Supplied in a quality gift box

Why Choose an Engine Turned Napkin Ring?

Engine turned silver has been admired for generations because it combines elegance with practicality. The intricate engraved pattern helps disguise the light marks that naturally occur with use, allowing the napkin ring to retain its smart appearance for years. Beautifully made, fully hallmarked and professionally restored, this Edwin Joseph Houlston example is a wonderful piece of British silver that is as enjoyable to use today as it was when it left the workshop in 1944.