Baby Cup, 925 Sterling Silver, Bear — Two Handles

Some gifts focus on color, this one focuses on form: The 925 Sterling Silver Bear Baby Cup is a classic Italian silver cup with two curved loop handles and a large, upright bear as a plastic relief on the front. No enamel, no gilding — pure silver form, highly polished, with a figure that occupies almost the entire front. For a first gift for birth or baptism that does without color and still shows character.

At a glance

• Material: 925 sterling silver, hallmarked, highly polished
• Motif: standing bear with jacket as a plastic relief
• Shape: slightly conical tulip shape
• Handles: two curved loop handles (left and right)
• Dimensions: H 8 x D 7.5 cm
• Weight: approx. 135 g
• Manufacturer: ZARAMELLA, Italy
• Delivery: in gift box

Material and workmanship

The slightly conical tulip shape distinguishes this baby cup from cylindrical mugs: narrower at the bottom, slightly open at the top, elegantly silhouetted and stable. The two side loop handles are made of the same 925 silver as the body, neatly soldered and curved, so that small hands can grasp both at once. At around 135 grams, the cup feels noticeably heavy and valuable in the hand - no thin silver sheet. ZARAMELLA from Italy is responsible for this pure, classic design language, a silversmith workshop focusing on baby and children's silver without enamel, gilding or colored elements.

The bear as a motif

The bear relief is not a small medallion and not a cute teddy bear head, but a sculpturally crafted, upright figure with an implied jacket, buttons and belt — it looks less like a stuffed animal, more like a small independent figure on the cup. In the European children's world, the bear has stood for security, warmth and protection for generations: the silent, supportive force that is there, even without words. For a christening or birth gift, the motif thus carries a message that does without text entirely.

Occasions and target groups

This cup suits the classic milestones of a young life: baptism, birth and first birthday, as well as a gift for the first tooth or name day. Because the bear is a gender-neutral motif, the cup is equally suitable for girls and boys — godparents do not have to choose between colors, grandparents give a piece that fits into any family. It is particularly popular as a gift from godparents for the ceremony, from grandparents as a generational gift and from close friends who want to give more than a card.

Engraving and SilberVerse card

The smooth back of the cup accepts an engraving — usually name and baptism date, alternatively a monogram, a short baptismal saying or the birth date. The engraving is done after personal consultation; contact us before ordering so that we can jointly determine placement, font and text length. For an engraving order, we will also include the SilberVerse card: a digitally individually designed card in photo format 15 x 10 cm, matching the occasion and person, currently free of charge and always unique.

Care

925 sterling silver is durable and food safe. After use, rinse with lukewarm water and mild detergent and dry with a soft cloth. For tarnishing, a silver polishing cloth without pressure helps - the bear relief benefits from gentle, circular polishing, do not use abrasives. The cup is not dishwasher safe, and silver baths and aggressive cleaning agents should also be avoided. The supplied gift box or a velvet pouch is suitable for storage - this protects against renewed tarnishing and preserves the high gloss for years.

Frequently asked questions

Can the baby cup be engraved?
Yes. The smooth back is ideal for an engraving — name, baptism date, birth date, monogram or a short baptismal saying. The engraving is done after personal consultation, it is best to contact us briefly before ordering.

From what age is the baby cup suitable?
The dimensions of H 8 x D 7.5 cm with two handles are suitable from about 6 months, as soon as a baby can sit and grasp with both hands. For christening gifts for newborns, the cup often remains in the gift box until the child reaches the appropriate age.

Why does the cup have two handles?
The two side loop handles are functionally designed: As soon as a child starts drinking independently, both hands grasp the vessel at the same time. A single handle would force one hand, two handles restore the natural gripping posture and keep the cup balanced.

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