A gorgeous antique French sterling silver napkin ring. Richly decorated with ornate scrolling foliage, Louis XVI style ribbon and reed trim, embellished with a charming motif of bow and arrows suspended from ribbon tassels. To the center is a stylized escutcheon surmounted by a heart shaped medallion cartouche. Monogrammed with interlaced initials JR or RJ. Hallmarked with the French Minerve 1st standard hallmark, which indicates a silver quality of .950/1000 (95% silver and a higher grade of silver than today’s standard .925 sterling!) Maker's mark for silversmith Gaston Bésegher, active 1886-1923 at 38 rue de Turbigo, Paris. In overall very good antique condition with general wear commensurate with use. Measures 2" diameter x 1 3/8" height. Weighs 37 grams.