A beautifully matched pair of vintage sterling silver napkin rings by the highly sought-after South African silversmith Joe Calafato, working under his renowned studio name Candida.

A beautifully matched pair of vintage sterling silver napkin rings by the highly sought-after South African silversmith Joe Calafato, working under his renowned studio name Candida.

Candida creations are prized for their meticulous hand-work and clean, modernist interpretation of traditional design — and these napkin rings are an exceptionally scarce example. While Calafato is celebrated primarily for his jewellery, non-jewellery Candida pieces are extremely uncommon, making this pair a true collector’s prize.

Each ring features raised domed beads framed between two engraved borders decorated with delicate floral scrollwork, creating a bold yet refined sculptural rhythm. Their angular open-form construction gives them a striking architectural presence on the table.

Understated, elegant, and highly unusual — a must-have for Candida enthusiasts and collectors of South African studio silver.

Note : The silver value alone works out to just over R1000 at todays silver price.

Measurements : Each napkin ring measures 4.8cm x 3.5cm x 1.8cm and combined weight of 41grams.