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This napkin ring is a dainty souvenir of the sinking of the Spanish cruiser Reina Mercedes in Santiago Harbor on July 3rd, 1898 as part of the Spanish American War. The napkin ring is engraved: Souvenir of the Spanish Cruiser Reina Mercedes, sunk in Santiago harbor, July 3 1898."
VINTAGE:Approximately 1898.
SIZE:7/8" in diameter and 1" in height.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Coin silver.
ATTACHMENT:None.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a large collection of navy related items which we will be listing more of over the next months. ebay VBEX98 LFEX SeFEX4/15.
CONDITION:8- (Very Fine-Excellent). This napkin holder is slightly tarnished but is in great condition otherwise.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
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