Child's Mug, 925 Silver Bear Classic — one handle, 100 ml

The children's cup 925 silver "Bear Classic" is a small cylindrical silver christening cup from ZARAMELLA with a single elegant handle featuring volute ornamentation. Centered on the front is a sweetly reclining bear with a head, small paws, and an hinted snout within a cloud-shaped medallion — plastically embossed into the silver, with softly curved, organic contours. 100 ml volume, H 5.5 cm, 65 grams of solid 925 sterling silver, highly polished — no enamel, no gilding. The classic small christening cup, as it has been given for generations, with one of the most enduring childhood motifs ever.

For godparents who want to give the classic first silver gift — a traditional christening cup with a handle, in a simple Italian form. For grandparents who remember their own childhood silver cup and want to pass on this tradition with a warm, child-friendly motif. For parents who prefer a compact, timeless keepsake — nothing big, nothing pompous, but a small, honest silver cup with a bear that says comfort.

What distinguishes this Classic Bear Cup

The shape is cylindrical and classic — straight walls, slightly flared rim, stable base. Not a tulip-shaped curve like the large two-handled version, but the traditional silver christening cup shape from the European silversmithing tradition. The single handle is bent from one piece of silver and sits on the right side of the cup. At the upper and lower attachments, a filigree volute ornament — small silver snail-like details that give the handle a handcrafted accent. Typical of Italian silver craftsmanship: functional form, supplemented by a fine detail that showcases handiwork.

With a volume of 100 ml and a weight of 65 grams, the cup is compact and child-friendly — enough for a sip, light enough for small hands. Highly polished all around, without enamel, without gilding: the silver itself and the bear relief carry the design.

The reclining bear in the cloud medallion — the motif

On the front is a sweetly reclining bear in a cloud-shaped medallion — a relief plastically embossed into the silver. The little bear rests on its paws, with a round head, eyes, an hinted snout, and softly modeled body contours. The motif appears cozy, calm, and approachable — like a cuddly bear looking out from the nursery. The frame is not a strict round medallion, but an organic, cloud-shaped curved contour that gives the motif something soft and ethereal.

The bear has been one of the most enduring symbols in the European child's world for generations: it stands for comfort, warmth, and protection — the quiet guardian, the first friend in the nursery, the cuddly toy that is there from the very beginning. Unlike the large figurative bear relief (with a jacket, standing upright) or the standing teddy bear with buttons, the bear here is calm and relaxed — a reclining, peaceful bear that conveys the motif more as a mood than as a figure.

For what occasion — the classic christening cup

This cup is the traditional silver christening cup — as it is classically presented by godparents at the christening ceremony. Key occasions: baptism, birth, first birthday. Also suitable for the first tooth or for name day. The bear motif is gender-neutral — suitable for girls and boys alike, as security and cuddly toy symbolism are universal childhood values. Especially popular with godparents (the classic christening cup), grandparents (as a keepsake of their own childhood), and close family friends.

Engraving on request — Name and Christening Date

The smooth back of the cup can be engraved — usually with a name and christening date, alternatively a monogram, birth date, or a short baptismal verse. Engraving is done on request after personal consultation — please contact us briefly before ordering, we will advise on placement, font, and text length. For engraving orders, we can include a free SilberVerse on request — an individually written poem for the occasion and person, printed on photo paper and included with the gift. Engraving in silver and handwritten poetry on paper together make a complete christening gift.

A handle with volute ornamentation — the Italian detail

The single handle is the element that distinguishes this Classic cup from the larger two-handled form. It is ergonomically curved and sits on the right side of the cup — so that a baby or toddler can hold the cup steadily with their dominant hand (or with the parents' supporting hand). At the upper and lower handle attachments sits a filigree volute ornament — a small snail-like scroll made of silver that marks the end of the handle. This detail is typical of Italian silversmith aesthetics.

ZARAMELLA — Italian Silver Craftsmanship

ZARAMELLA is an Italian silversmith workshop with a long tradition in baby and children's silver. The style of this manufacturer is characterized by pure form and classic lines — no enamel accents, no gilding, no colored elements. What other manufacturers solve with color and gold, ZARAMELLA solves with form and filigree silver details like the volutes on the handle. Each piece is hallmarked, highly polished, and comes in a gift box. This aesthetic is deliberately timeless — the Classic cup will look the same in 30 years as it does today.

Bear, Teddy Bear, or Teddy Bear Head? — All Bear Motifs Compared

We carry several silver cups with bear or teddy bear motifs in the ZARAMELLA assortment. The motifs differ significantly in execution and style — the key is which best suits the desired cup or mug shape:

• This cup (SW11723 Bear Classic, one handle): Cylindrical christening cup, H 5.5 cm, 100 ml, 65 g. Motif: reclining sweet bear (head + paws) in a cloud-shaped medallion. Calm, cozy atmosphere. €649.95.
• Children's Cup Teddy Bear Classic (SW11721, one handle): Same Classic construction (cylindrical, one handle with volutes). Different motif: no reclining bear in a medallion, but a small standing teddy bear with a jacket and buttons, directly embossed onto the silver. Figurative and delicate. €649.95.
• Baby Cup Teddy Bear two handles (SW11718): Related motif to this Bear-Classic (Teddy head in a cloud-shaped medallion), but in a significantly larger construction: tulip shape, two loop handles, H 8 × D 7.5 cm, 120 g. €995.95.
• Baby Cup Bear two handles (SW11716): Completely different bear motif: a large, upright standing bear with a jacket and belt as a plastic relief over the entire front. Figurative, characterful, looks like a miniature figure. Large tulip shape with two handles. €995.95.
• Baby Cup Teddy Bear Russkiye (SW11424): Different manufacturer (Russkiye Samotsvety, Russia) with classic round medallion + pearl rim framing, teddy bear sitting and holding a ball. 155 g, very classic-formal. €989.95.

Short formula for this cup: Classic small construction + reclining peaceful bear in a cloud-shaped medallion. The four other variants offer the motif family in larger constructions, with standing figures or in a different medallion framing.

The Classic Single-Handle Family — Four Motifs in One Form

This cup belongs to a four-part Classic series in the same cylindrical form (H 5.5 cm, 100 ml, ~65 g, one handle with volutes, €649.95): Children's Cup Train (SW11720) with steam locomotive relief, Children's Cup Teddy Bear (SW11721) with a small standing teddy, Children's Cup Elephant (SW11722) with a stylized elephant — and this Bear-Classic. The four motifs share form, price, and manufacturer; they differ exclusively in the relief on the front. For families who want to give gifts to siblings simultaneously or build a coordinated silver collection, the Classic series offers a harmonious unit.

Care

925 Sterling silver is durable and food-safe. After use, rinse with lukewarm water and mild detergent, dry with a soft cloth. For patina, use a silver polishing cloth without pressure — gently polish the delicate bear relief and the volutes on the handle with a soft cloth, no abrasive cleaners. Do not put in the dishwasher, no silver dips, no aggressive cleaning agents. Store in the provided gift box or in a velvet pouch — this minimizes tarnishing and preserves the high polish for decades.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Classic Bear Cup

How does the Bear-Classic (SW11723) differ from the Teddy Bear-Classic (SW11721)?
Both cups have the same Classic construction (cylindrical, one handle with volutes, 100 ml, 65 g, €649.95) and come from ZARAMELLA in Italy. The difference lies exclusively in the motif: This cup features a reclining sweet bear in a cloud-shaped medallion — cozy, calm, with a soft contour. The Teddy Bear-Classic (SW11721) features a small standing teddy bear with a jacket and buttons, freely embossed onto the silver, without a frame — figurative, delicate, like a miniature stuffed animal. Which variant is preferred is purely a matter of taste.

What distinguishes this Classic from the large Teddy Bear Cup with two handles (SW11718)?
The motif is related — both show a sweet teddy bear/bear in a cloud-shaped medallion. The crucial difference is the construction: This Classic cup is small and compact (H 5.5 cm, 65 g, one handle, €649.95) — the traditional christening cup. The SW11718 is a large tulip shape (H 8 × D 7.5 cm, 120 g, two loop handles, €995.95) — the large drinking cup. If you are looking for the classic small christening cup, choose this one. If you prefer the larger drinking cup with two handles, choose SW11718.

Can the cup be engraved?
Yes. The smooth back is ideal for engraving — name, christening date, birth date, monogram, or a short baptismal verse. Engraving is done on request after personal consultation. Please contact us briefly before ordering — we will coordinate placement, font, and text length.

From what age is the cup suitable?
The dimensions (H 5.5 cm, 100 ml, one handle) are suitable from approx. 6 months — as soon as a baby can sit and grasp with one hand. 925 sterling silver is food-safe and hypoallergenic, suitable for daily use. For christening gifts for newborns, the cup is often first stored in the gift box until the child reaches the appropriate age.

Is 925 silver safe for babies?
Yes. 925 sterling silver is hypoallergenic, food-safe, and has been used for children's silver for centuries. Silver also has natural antibacterial properties — one reason why silver cups were historically considered the preferred drinking vessel for children. The cup is nickel-free and suitable for direct contact with milk, water, or tea.

How do I store the cup as a keepsake?
After use, the silver cup finds its place in a display cabinet, on a glass shelf, or in the nursery among other keepsakes. For longer storage, the provided gift box or a velvet pouch is suitable — this minimizes tarnishing. With regular gentle polishing, the cup will remain brilliant for decades.