Tea service 925 silver gold-plated Niello Sovereign

There are gifts that are presented — and there are gifts that are handed over. The "Souverän" tea set made of 925 sterling silver belongs to the second category: eleven pieces, coordinated in ornament, surface, and weight, with the Russian double-headed eagle on each individual piece. All from the same manufactory, with the same combination of hand engraving, niello, and gilding, ready to be handed over in a gift box.

At a Glance

• Material: 925 sterling silver, solid, with niello engraving and gilding
• Total weight: approx. 1,300 g silver
• Set for 2 people — 11 pieces
• Teapot: D106 × H155 mm, 550 ml, approx. 451 g
• Sugar bowl: D95 × W152 × H71 mm, 220 ml, approx. 182 g
• Teacups (2 pieces): D79 × W107 × H60 mm, 140 ml, approx. 129 g each
• Saucers (2 pieces): D109 × H11 mm, approx. 88 g each
• Teaspoons (2 pieces): L140 × W30 mm, approx. 37.5 g each
• Sugar spoon: L134 × W30 mm, approx. 36.5 g
• Lemon fork: L138 × W18 mm, approx. 32.5 g
• Oval serving tray: L157 × W95 × H5 mm, approx. 101 g
• Manufacturer: SevChern, Veliky Ustyug, Northern Russia — Niello tradition documented there since 1683
• Hallmark: 925 mark, manufacturer's mark, and Russian state hallmark
• Delivery: in gift box included
• Availability: Made-to-Order — manufactured upon request
• Expandable: Milk jug available separately as a single piece

Material and Workmanship

1,300 grams of pure 925 sterling silver come to the table with this service, distributed among eleven pieces that were conceived as a whole — not as an assortment that appears to have been put together retrospectively. The niello technique connects all pieces: In each piece, the engraved ornaments are set in molten niello, deeply and permanently connected to the silver, not applied or varnished. This is the quality signature of SevChern from Veliky Ustyug, where this technique has been documented since 1683. The same motif adorns each of the eleven pieces: the Russian coat of arms with a double-headed eagle, tsarist crowns, scepter, and orb, embedded in a round, gilded medallion, surrounded by dense acanthus tendrils in niello. The triad of gold for the medallion backgrounds and handles, niello black for tendrils and engraving lines, and polished silver for bridges and bases runs consistently through all pieces — design work developed over decades in Veliky Ustyug.

Use and Occasions

This set is designed for two people: teapot, sugar bowl, two cups with saucers, two teaspoons, a sugar spoon, a lemon fork, and a serving tray — a complete, functional tea round from pouring to serving sugar and lemon. A milk jug is not included; the matching piece from the Souverän collection is available separately and can be seamlessly added, with the same motif, the same gilding, and the same weight ratio. Larger configurations for four or more people can also be put together on request. This tea set is particularly suitable for silver or golden weddings, as a representative gift for executives and institutions, as an addition for collectors of Russian tableware, or as a joint wedding gift from a larger group — a gift that does not have to be borne by one person alone.

Engraving and SilberVerse Card

An individual engraving is possible on request — please contact us before ordering to specify which piece of the service should be provided with a personal dedication. Additionally, we offer a free SilberVerse card in photo format, 15 × 10 cm in landscape orientation, digitally customized for the occasion and recipient — a unique personal item that accompanies the gift.

Care

All silver pieces are polished with a soft cloth; a dishwasher or a silver bath are not suitable for this service. Niello is robust in care — the contrasts between black and gold even deepen with regular polishing. Wipe the tray dry after use. Between occasions, it is best to store the service in the supplied gift box or in soft silver cloths.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the tea set be configured for more than 2 people?
Yes. The service in this configuration is designed for 2 people, but can be individually expanded. Please contact us — we will put together the configuration you need. Additional cups, saucers, and spoons are available as individual items.

Why is there no milk jug in the set?
The Souverän tea set is an example configuration of the collection. The "Souverän" milk jug is available as a standalone piece and can be easily added — the same design, the same material.

How much silver does the complete service contain?
Approx. 1,300 g of pure 925 sterling silver, distributed among all 11 pieces. The teapot alone weighs approx. 451 g — that gives you a sense of the material depth of the ensemble.

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