Gift set for toddlers 4-piece 925 silver

Children's Gift Set 925 Silver — Plate, Cup, Spoon and Napkin Ring with Squirrel in Niello

Four pieces, one motif, one story: The squirrel with its small crown sits on the cup, on both handles of the plate, on the napkin ring, and at the end of the spoon handle — hand-engraved in Niello into the silver, unchangeable, durable. It stands upright on its hind legs, surrounded by floral and leaf tendrils in the style of Russian folk ornamentation. No printed motif, no sticker: The silver and the images are one and the same piece. Made by SevChern in Veliky Ustyug, hallmarked, in a dark blue gift box with a clear window — ready for gifting.

What the set includes — four pieces for the children's table

The children's plate is a porringer — a flat, wide bowl with two side handle tabs that symmetrically protrude from the rim. With a length of 196 mm (with handles) and a width of 145 mm, it sits well on the table; a capacity of 250 ml is the right size for purees, soup, or oatmeal. The inner bowl is smoothly polished — no decor to complicate cleaning. The squirrels sit on both handle tabs and frame the bowl on both sides.

The handled cup with 125 ml holds exactly one child's portion. The bulbous shape fits securely in small hands, and the bow handle is easy to grip. 57 mm height, a base, and an encircling Niello band around the belly. The children's spoon, 150 mm long, is designed for children's hands — a floral handle shape, with a squirrel medallion at the end of the handle. The napkin ring — the fourth and special piece — features the finest Niello of the entire set on its wide oval band: an elaborate squirrel portrait with visible fur hatching, framed by floral tendrils.

The Squirrel with Crown — a motif on four pieces

The squirrel stands upright on its hind legs — a small crown or pointed cap on its head, its front paws bent, surrounded by floral and leaf tendrils in the style of Russian folk ornamentation. On each of the four pieces, it is the same animal, the same pose, the same surroundings — yet each depiction is different: embedded in the encircling band on the cup, as an independent image field on the plate handles, as a medallion with the highest level of elaboration on the napkin ring, and as a portrait in an oval frame on the spoon.

The squirrel with a crown is deeply rooted in Russian fairy tale tradition — an animal from another world, curious and skillful, representing cleverness and vitality in folklore. As a motif on a silver set that accompanies a child from baptism onwards, it speaks to the wish of the giver: that this child may go through life curious and clever — with ease and joy.

The Napkin Ring — the special fourth piece

A napkin ring made of 925 silver is rare in children's gift sets — and that's precisely what makes it a distinguishing feature of this set. With a length of 37 mm, a width of 33 mm, and a height of 31 mm, it is compact but not tiny: a small object with the finest Niello of the entire set. The oval medallion on the front shows the squirrel in its most detailed execution — fur hatching, the crown, the paws, the surrounding tendrils. On the table, when the child takes their place, the napkin ring is the first thing one picks up and turns.

The napkin ring can be engraved — a name, a date on the inside of the band. An engraved 925 silver napkin ring is a piece that uniquely belongs to this child and this moment and cannot be confused with another.

SevChern Veliky Ustyug — Niello Craftsmanship and Over 340 Years of Tradition

Veliky Ustyug is located in northern Russia and has been one of the most important centers of Russian silver processing since the 17th century. Niello work from Veliky Ustyug has been documented since 1683. SevChern is one of the few companies that continues this tradition with artisanal depth today. Engraving the motifs, melting the Niello mass, grinding to flushness — all manual steps, every line by hand. The geographically protected designation of origin ensures: authentic Niello from Veliky Ustyug may only be produced there.

The hallmark on all four parts is formal proof: 925 Sterling Silver, Russian state hallmark, SevChern manufacturer's mark. Legally regulated, state-controlled. A set with clear origin and clear material proof.

As a Baptism Gift or Birth Gift — a Set with Lasting Value

A 4-piece children's tableware set made of 925 silver with Niello motifs is not an item that will be replaced after one season. It is one of the few gifts that accompanies a child from birth or baptism — initially as everyday tableware, later as a keepsake. Ready for gifting: dark blue hardcover box with a transparent viewing window, all four parts visible without unpacking. Personal engraving is possible upon request — on one or more parts, including the inside of the napkin ring. If desired, the set can also be combined with a SilverVerse card: 10 × 15 cm, individually inscribed, upon request.

Care and Frequently Asked Questions

Hand wash with warm water and mild dish soap — a soft cloth is sufficient. No dishwasher, no aggressive cleaning agents, no silver dip. Remove tarnish with a silver polishing cloth. Niello is resistant to normal care.

What parts does the set include exactly?
Four parts: Children's plate/porringer (196×145×38 mm, 250 ml, 224 g), handled cup (Ø 68 mm, 125 ml, 95 g), children's spoon (150×34.6 mm, 36 g) and napkin ring (37×33×31 mm, 16.5 g). All 925 Sterling Silver with Niello squirrel, all hallmarked, in a gift box.

Is there a matching fork?
Yes. A matching children's fork with the same Niello squirrel motif is available — can be ordered as an addition to the set upon request. Contact us to clarify the details.

What is Niello — and why does the motif last permanently?
Niello is a metal alloy of silver, copper, lead, and sulfur that is melted into engraved depressions. After polishing, it sits flush with the silver surface — firmly bonded to the metal, not applied. It cannot detach, chip, or fade.

Are there similar sets from SevChern with other motifs?
Yes. The Children's Gift Set Owl (SKU SW12701) and the Children's Gift Set Teddy Bear (SKU 11814) are also from SevChern — same material, same Niello technique. Both sets are suitable as baptism gifts or for birth.

What distinguishes 925 silver from silver-plated children's tableware?
Silver-plated children's tableware has a thin layer of silver on a base metal — this wears off over time. 925 Sterling Silver is solid: the same precious metal inside and out, no layer that could peel off. The hallmark officially confirms this.

Other silver gifts for children:
→ 925 Silver Baby Gift Sets
→ Children's Tableware 925 Silver — Sets and Individual Pieces
→ Children's Cups made of 925 Silver — All Motifs
→ Baptism Gifts made of 925 Silver