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South African National Rifle Association Dewar Shield Sterling Silver Napkin Ring
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Reference: S11060
Period: George VI
Year: 1937
Silversmith: Charles S Green & Co Ltd
Place: Birmingham
Price: $ 130.00 Weight: 55 grams Dimensions: 5.0 cm length Condition: Excellent.
Description: An interesting solid silver napkin ring, awarded as 2nd prize in the Dewar Shield of 1939 by SANRA (South African National Rifle Association). The ring is rectangular in shape, with but with lobed sides, so a pleasing shape, it is quite heavy at 55 grammes, the quality is excellent. The napkin ring has applied crest of the South African National Rifle Association, a jumping springbok under crossed rifles, above a laurel wreath, with SANRA above and SANS below (Afrikaans equivalent). The ring is engraved "The Dewar Shield, 1939, 2nd Prize". The silver hallmarks are clear, including maker mark for Charles Green & Co, who worked between 1904 and 1986.
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South African National Rifle Association Dewar Shield Silver Napkin Ring
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