Ostentatious Goblet St. Petersburg 925 Silver — Panorama Niello Gilded

31 centimeters of silver, bearing an entire city: St. Petersburg as a panoramic view, captured in niello hand-engraving and framed in gold. Not an ordinary drinking vessel, but a monument to a city that sees itself as a "window to Europe."

At a glance

• Material: 925 Sterling Silver, fine gold plating (fully inside, domes, rim, base)
• Motif: St. Petersburg city panorama as a 360° engraving on the cup
• Inscription: "САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ" in Cyrillic script
• Stem: golden braid pattern (twisted ribbon)
• Dimensions: Ø 133 mm × H 309 mm
• Volume: 1150 ml
• Weight: approx. 817 g
• Engraving: possible on request — on the base or underside
• Delivery: in gift box

Material and Craftsmanship

What appears to be a single motif in the product photo is actually a continuous panorama that covers the entire cup. Above, the inscription "САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ" in golden Cyrillic script frames the image like a dedication, below which the city's skyline unfolds: church spires, domes, fortress walls, bridges over the Neva — each silhouette individually crafted in niello hand-engraving and embedded in a floral scrollwork that encircles the architecture like a picture frame. Golden accents on domes and spires replicate the effect of sunlight as it falls on St. Petersburg's gilded churches. The stem is not a smooth baluster but a twisted, braided gold ribbon — a plait pattern reminiscent of a twisted rope, connecting the cup to the base. The nodus features its own niello medallions, while the base repeats the floral ornament of the cup in a wider variation with cartouches and golden rims. Only a section of the panorama is visible in the product photo — the full view is revealed only by slowly turning the goblet in your hand.

Usage and Occasions

For collectors of Russian silversmithing, a city panorama of this size is a rarity, usually found in museums rather than in trade. For people with a connection to St. Petersburg — born there, lived there, or simply love the city — this goblet is a tangible version of that connection, more personal than any souvenir. As a diplomatic or business gift, it is suitable for occasions where an ordinary gift would not suffice: state visits, special honors, significant presentations. And together with its Moscow counterpart, it forms a pair that unites the two largest cities of Russia — for collectors who want not just a piece, but the whole story.

Engraving and SilberVerse Card

Engraving is possible on request — on the base or underside, the panorama on the cup remains untouched. Upon request, we can include a personalized SilberVerse card in photo format (15 × 10 cm landscape) — individually designed, suitable for the occasion, and currently free of charge.

Care

Wipe regularly with a soft silver polishing cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaners on the niello surfaces. Store in the gift box when the goblet is not on display.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you drink from the goblet?

Technically yes — 925 silver and the internal gold plating are food safe. However, with 1150 ml and approx. 817 g, this piece is more of a display goblet than an everyday drinking vessel.

What exactly does the panorama show?

The skyline of St. Petersburg as a continuous 360-degree panorama: church spires, domes, fortress walls, bridges over the Neva. The full view is only revealed by turning the goblet.

Is the goblet also available with a Moscow panorama?

Yes — the Moscow ceremonial goblet shows the Kremlin panorama in the same form, weight, and technique. Two cities as a pair.

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