USS MAINE Commemorative Napkin Ring

USS MAINE Commemorative Napkin Ring: © Key West Art & Historical Society
USS MAINE Commemorative Napkin Ring

© Key West Art & Historical Society

Name/Title

USS MAINE Commemorative Napkin Ring

Entry/Object ID

2025.03.0001

Description

Cylindrical silverplate napkin ring engraved with a silhouetted profile of the USS MAINE above the inscription 'BATTLESHIP MAINE.' The reverse is inscribed 'Destroyed in Havana Harbor 1898 Feb 15,' commemorating the ship’s loss in the explosion. The reverse wording is encircled by a nautical rope motif, with decorative scrollwork bordering the upper and lower edges.

Collection

USS MAINE Collection

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1900

Time Period

19th Century, 20th Century

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Ring, Napkin

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Food Service Accessories

Nomenclature Class

Food Service T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 04: Tools & Equipment for Materials

Dimensions

Height

1-1/2 in

Width

1-1/2 in

Depth

1-1/2 in

Circumference

5 in

Material

Metal

Condition

Reason for Exam

At Acquisition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

United States Navy