Coffee cup with hops design, 925 silver, niello & gold plating – hand-engraved

The Russian double-headed eagle or the hop leaf in niello black make it clear at a glance what this coffee cup is all about: uncompromising craftsmanship. The Hopfen cup, made of 925 sterling silver, features a continuous ornament of hop cones and leaves, deeply engraved into the silver, inlaid with niello, and refined with gold. The interior is fully gilded – every sip of espresso or mocha meets a warm, golden gleam before it reaches the silver of the wall. Those looking for a coffee cup that stands out from mass-produced goods will find a piece here that consistently bears the signature of the Hopfen collection.

At a glance

• Material: 925 Sterling Silver, gold plating, niello engraving
• Dimensions: approx. Ø 55 × W 73 × H 35 mm
• Capacity: approx. 50 ml
• Average weight: approx. 54 g
• Special features: Niello hand engraving, fully gilded interior
• Origin: Russia
• Hallmark: Authenticity mark present

Material and workmanship

This coffee cup is entirely made of 925 sterling silver – no porcelain insert, but solid silver from the wall to the handle. The collection's hop motif runs as an engraved band around the body, leaf by leaf, cone by cone, individually etched. A classic niello alloy is melted into the depressions: a compound of silver, copper, and sulfur, which fuses with the base metal at high temperatures and remains visible as a deep, permanent black after polishing. It is a chemical-physical bond, not a lacquer or coating – accordingly, the engraving does not change even after years of use. The cup's interior is fully gilded, which gives the cup a warm, bright gleam when drinking and also creates a contrast to the dark exterior decor.

Use and occasions

With a capacity of approximately 50 ml, the cup is intended for espresso, mocha, or a small, strong coffee. It is suitable for the moment after a meal as well as for a conscious break in the study or by the fireplace. As a gift, it suits people who take coffee culture seriously – for birthdays, as an addition to an existing Hopfen set, or as a standalone collector's item. Even in the office or as a representative piece at the meeting table, it clearly demonstrates that quality, not quantity, is prioritized here.

Engraving and SilberVerse Card

Individual engraving is possible upon request – contact us before ordering so we can discuss the area and implementation together. In addition, we offer the SilberVerse card: a 15 × 10 cm (landscape format) photo, designed to match the occasion and recipient, and currently free of charge – a personal gesture that completes the gift.

Care

Silver should only be cleaned by hand – no dishwasher, no abrasive agents. For daily care, a soft silver polishing cloth is sufficient. The gilded interior should be treated with particular care, as gilding is more sensitive to mechanical stress than polished silver. Store dry and, ideally, in the gift box.

Frequently asked questions

Why is the interior gilded?
The gilding protects the silver surface in direct contact with the drink and simultaneously creates the characteristic golden sheen, which provides a warm contrast to the dark niello exterior decor.

Is this cup part of a larger set?
It is designed as a single piece but belongs to the Hopfen collection and can be combined with other pieces such as a spoon, saucer, or pot with the same motif.

How does this cup differ from the version with a porcelain insert?
This version is made entirely of solid 925 sterling silver, while another variant of the Hopfen collection features a porcelain insert in a silver setting. Both share the same hop motif but differ in weight, feel, and price.

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