Christening Gift Set Guardian Angel 925 Silver Blackened — Orthodox

If you're looking for a christening gift that doesn't look like new merchandise, but rather like antique family silverware, this is the perfect answer: this christening set made of 925 silver features a guardian angel and tendril ornament in dark oxidized blackening instead of gilding or color. The contrast between mirror shine and black patina appears calm, traditional, and timeless — no gold luster, no enamel color.

At a glance

• Christening spoon with guardian angel half-relief and tendril ornament in oxidized blackening
• Cross pendant, delicately floral decorated, on a cream-colored cord
• Material: 925 sterling silver, highly polished, with dark oxidation on motif and handle
• Spoon approx. 113 × 25 mm, approx. 13 g; cross pendant approx. 20 mm, approx. 1 g
• Included: blessing certificate for the cross pendant

Material and workmanship

The oxidation blackening is a traditional silver refinement, where the depressions of a plaque are darkly patinated, while the polished areas remain bright — thus, the guardian angel stands out sculpturally. On the back, the Church Slavonic inscription "Ангелъ за трапезой незримо предстой", meaning "Angel, be invisibly present at the meal," is also in dark oxidation. Important to note: This blackening is not a niello inlay, but a surface oxidation by the manufacturer ArgentA — a different technique with a similar, but not identical, optical effect.

Occasions and target groups

A choice for families who are looking for a christening gift with a calm, antique look instead of festive gold luster. Also suitable for birth or as a cross-generational keepsake that deliberately avoids color coding — suitable for any child, regardless of gender.

Engraving and SilberVerse card

The back of the handle is smoothly polished and engravable — initials as well as birth or christening date can be added there. The blackened plaque and the cross pendant remain untouched. With an engraving, we include a free, digitally designed SilberVerse card in photo format 15 × 10 cm landscape.

Care

Clean by hand with warm water and mild detergent, dry with a soft cloth. Do not put in the dishwasher. Important: Do not rub the blackened plaque with a strong silver polishing cloth — the oxidation layer is thinner than niello and can wear off during polishing. Only wipe the cord dry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the blackening the same as niello?
No. Niello is a molten dark alloy that is burned into the silver as a relief. Here, it is a surface oxidation blackening — optically similar, but technically a different refinement.

Is the cross pendant consecrated by the church?
Yes, the included blessing certificate with the christening prayer from Matthew 11:28–30 confirms this.

What other color variations are available?
The blue and red enamel variants feature a boy or girl coding, respectively, while the gilded version appears festively neutral instead of antique-traditional.

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