{"product_id":"napier-sterling-silver-flask-1930s","title":"Napier Sterling Silver Flask 1930s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely sterling silver flask by Napier, 1930s. This small flask is solid sterling silver and holds 1 ounce. This smaller flask, known as a purse flask or boot flask, has an Art Deco etched design and a smooth clear box on the front (that one can add initials, if they choose to). The screw on\/off caps has a raised \"ribbed\" detailing and still has its original cork inside of it. Truly a stunning antique flask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quick bit of history on Napier: The Napier Company was named after its president, James H. Napier, who led the company from 1920 to 1960. But the company's history can be tracked back to 1875 when it was founded as Whitney and Rice in Attleboro, Mass., manufacturing silver products. The firm changed hands and name in 1882 and became Carpenter and Bliss and shortly thereafter, E.A. Bliss and Co., Inc. After rapid expansion in the late 1880s the company moved to Meriden, CT in 1890. After WWI, the firm shifted emphasis from silver products to production of modern jewelry. James Napier became president in 1920 and the company adopted the name Napier - Bliss Co. In 1922, the name was changed to Napier Company.  Like many jewelry companies Napier got into lines of art objects and other utilitarian objects like cocktail shakers and jiggers. In the 1930s they started producing their barware pieces (both in sterling silver and silver-plated and some brass pieces) that included cocktail shakers, jiggers, bar spoons, flasks, and more. Vintage Napier pieces remain extremely popular and collectible. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 3 1\/2\" tall x 2\" wide (and holds 1 ounce). Please note: this is a smaller in size flask. It weighs 60 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker\/year: Napier, 1930s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: Stamped \"Napier Sterling\" and \"1 oz\" can be found on the mouth opening (please note: part of the \"sterling\" didn't get embossed as heavily)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Very good vintage condition overall with very mild signs of age. No dents or dings. The sterling is vibrant overall (there's some every mild tarnish, we have not polished this piece). The cap screws on tightly. In short, this vintage flask is in good shape with mild age\/tarnish. It has a magical feel to it. Truly a stunning piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**On shipping: We take our packaging very seriously and carefully wrap all pieces to ensure safe delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e****Important to note pre-purchase: Buyers, please examine all photos carefully as we cannot accept returns due to the fragile nature (the possibility of breakage when being shipped back) of our vintage\/antique pieces. Our items are true vintage pieces that might have manufacturers flaws, flaws from age, or imperfections in general from being vintage. We try to explain the condition\/description in an accurate and thorough manner but we ask that you please examine all photos carefully and ask all questions before purchasing an item as we are unable to accept returns due to the risk of breakage. Cheers!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern Vintage Wares","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51719696384311,"sku":null,"price":471.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/5974\/5605\/files\/IMG_1380.jpg?v=1772048902","url":"https:\/\/southernvintagewares.com\/products\/napier-sterling-silver-flask-1930s","provider":"Southern Vintage Wares","version":"1.0","type":"link"}