Baptism Set Angel Sterling Silver Gold Plated — Spoon + Cross Pendant

A small night sky stretches across the handle of this spoon: a gilded crescent moon, beneath it a shooting star with a long tail, and in between, stars and hearts — some in gold, some left in plain silver. At the top sits an angel as a three-dimensional figure with a gilded halo. An orthodox cross is attached to the eyelet, both presented in a hinged case.

The Baptism Set with Angel: What's included

Two pieces with different daily lifespans. The spoon measures 113 millimeters, making it intentionally short for a child's hand, and stays in the house. The cross measures two centimeters and waits until the child is old enough to wear it — therefore, a chain is not included.

The same set is also available in an antique blackened finish, where the reliefs are darkly contrasted instead of gilded. Further combinations can be found under Baptism Gift Sets.

A Night Sky on the Handle

The sequence of motifs is not a random pattern but tells a story: moon, shooting star, stars — the image of the night in which a child sleeps. The gilding is not applied flat but highlights individual motifs. The moon and shooting star glow golden, while other stars remain silver. This alternation gives the slender handle depth without making it appear overloaded.

The angel at the top of the handle is fully sculpted — with shaped wings, curly hair, folded hands — and is the only element on the head with a gilded halo. Those who like the imagery can also find it on the baby spoons made of 925 silver.

Why the Motifs are Raised

All motifs protrude from the handle and can be traced with a finger. This is intentional: the tactile line of this manufacture was developed for early childhood education, as children first grasp shapes through their hands. A child holding the spoon can feel the moon and stars without anyone having to point them out.

A side effect for adults: the handle is less likely to slip because the motifs provide grip for the hand. Further pieces with tactile reliefs are available in the tactile collection.

The bowl of the spoon is also deliberately designed — smooth and without decoration. For a child's spoon, this is not a matter of economy but function: a smooth bowl can be rinsed without residue, and nothing can get caught in an embellishment. The design remains where it belongs — on the handle, within reach of the fingers.

Consecrated in Kolchugino

The pieces in this series are consecrated before delivery — by the local orthodox community of the Svyato-Pokrovsky Church in Kolchugino, Vladimir Oblast, Alexandrov Diocese of the Moscow Patriarchate. A small certificate to that effect is included in the case.

For Orthodox families, this often makes the difference between a pretty spoon and a baptism gift. Further pieces with this background can be found under orthodox gifts made of 925 silver.

The Orthodox Cross

The pendant is small yet fully detailed: the ends of the crossbeams terminate in a cloverleaf shape, with the body in relief in the center. The three-leaved ends symbolize the Trinity in Christian iconography, and this shape is widespread on Orthodox baptismal crosses. The surface remains polished — without enamel or gilding, so that the cross does not compete with the gold-set spoon. Related pieces can be found under Christian gifts made of 925 silver.

Care: To keep gold and silver bright

After use, warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft cloth for drying are sufficient. No dishwasher, no abrasive cleaners, no silver dips — the gilded parts cannot tolerate aggressive agents. If the silver tarnishes over time, a silver polishing cloth will help; only lightly go over the gilded areas. Detailed instructions can be found in our silver care instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Baptism Set

From what age is the spoon suitable?
As cutlery from the age of complementary feeding. It is usually gifted much earlier — for baptism, often already for birth.

Is the set for a girl or a boy?
For both. Gold and silver without colored enamel are gender-neutral — practical if you are giving a gift before birth.

Does the gilding wear off?
The gilded motifs are raised and hardly touched during eating. It is important to avoid abrasive cleaners and dips and to only lightly wipe over these areas when polishing.

How can the set be personalized?
Through a SilverVerse card: a printed card with a verse or dedication that accompanies the gift. How this works can be found under About SilverVerse.

Is silver safe for a baby?
925 Sterling silver has been commonly used for cutlery for centuries and is nickel-free. Like any children's cutlery, the spoon should be used under supervision; the pendant, due to its size, is not for infants.

Does it come with a chain?
No. The set includes a spoon and pendant; parents can choose a chain later to suit the child's age.