Christening spoon, 925 silver, "Saint Matrona of Moscow" – gold-plated and engravable

This christening spoon made of 925 sterling silver features a gold-plated image of Saint Matrona of Moscow on its handle finial — one of the most revered saints in the Russian Orthodox tradition. You are gifting not just a fine piece of silver, but a sacred symbol that can accompany your godchild for a lifetime.

At a glance

• Material: 925 sterling silver, partially gold-plated
• Length: approx. 14 cm
• Weight: approx. 27 g
• Motif: Saint Matrona of Moscow, embossed relief, gold-plated
• Origin: Argenta, Russian silver art
• Hallmark: 925 stamp present
• Engraving: possible upon review
• Scope of delivery: 1 christening spoon in a gift box

Material and craftsmanship

The spoon is made of genuine 925 sterling silver and carries the official hallmark. The holy image of Matrona is crafted in high relief and gold-plated, making it stand out clearly from the polished silver. The handle is decorated with ornamental patterns, while the bowl is smoothly polished — a calm balance between a sacred motif and a simple design. At approximately 27 g, the spoon sits comfortably in the hand.

Use and occasions

This christening spoon is primarily presented at baptisms — by godparents, grandparents, or close family friends. In the Orthodox tradition, a child often receives a name saint at baptism, a saint who serves as a spiritual companion. Saint Matrona of Moscow (1881–1952) is particularly well-known as a patron saint for children, the sick, and people in difficult life situations. A holy image on a christening spoon is therefore more than just decoration: it visibly connects the child with their patron saint — tangible, everyday, not just on the wall like an icon. You can find more matching pieces in our christening gifts collection.

Engraving and SilberVerse card

Upon review, the spoon can be engraved — for example with the child's name, the baptism date, or a short dedication. Learn more on our engraving service page. If you would like to add a personal touch to the gift, we can include a SilberVerse card in 15 × 10 cm format (landscape, standard photo format) upon request — individually designed and free of charge with your order. Simply indicate your request in the comments field during checkout, and we will contact you to clarify the details.

Care

Clean the gold-plated spoon only by hand with lukewarm water and mild dish soap, then dry immediately. Polish occasionally with a silver polishing cloth. No dishwasher — heat and detergents will damage the gilding. Store the spoon in a dry place in its gift box to keep the gilding protected.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Saint Matrona of Moscow? One of the most revered Orthodox saints in Russia. Born blind, she developed special spiritual gifts as a child and spent her life helping the sick and those in need. She was canonized in 1999. Today, she is considered the patron saint of children, the sick, and pregnant women.

Can the spoon be engraved? Yes. Short names, the baptism or birth date, or a small dedication on the handle are possible. We are happy to clarify details in advance via our engraving service.

How do I properly clean the gold-plated spoon? Only by hand with lukewarm water and mild dish soap, then dry immediately. Occasional polishing with a silver cloth is suitable for the gold plating — you should avoid the dishwasher.

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