Kiddush Set 925 Sterling Silver Signature — Goblet and Plate

For one's first Kiddush set, this is the obvious choice: small enough for any table, complete, without having to coordinate two separate items. It is often given as a wedding gift — when a household celebrates Shabbat for the first time on its own.

At a Glance

• Kiddush set made of 925 sterling silver: goblet and plate
• Goblet approx. 9 cm, plate approx. 16 × 16 cm — total silver weight approx. 0.64 kg
• Goblet with flared foot, gilded interior
• Plate with a round indentation for the goblet stand
• Both pieces hand-chased
• Zaramella Argenti, Padua — manufacturer since 1948

Why a Set

The goblet and plate belong together for Kiddush, but are often acquired individually — with the result that size, ornament, and surface don't match. The goblet then sits on a plate that isn't made for it.

With a set, this is resolved. The indentation of the plate is matched to the goblet's foot, the ornament follows the same style, and the polish is identical. Both pieces are designed and crafted together.

For those starting new — for a wedding, for instance, when a household is formed — this is the easiest way to a complete ritual implement.

The Kiddush

The Kiddush — "sanctification" — opens Shabbat and holidays. The blessing is recited over a goblet of wine, which the speaker holds in hand. Afterwards, it is drunk, and the goblet is passed around.

The goblet is filled to the brim; the fullness represents abundant blessing. This is precisely why the plate is included: it catches any overflow and protects tablecloths and wood. The round indentation also securely holds the goblet in place.

The Goblet

At approx. 9 cm and with a flared foot, it rests steadily in the hand and can be safely put down between uses. It has no handle — a Kiddush goblet is held in the palm of the hand, not by a handle.

The interior is gilded. This is craftsmanship with a reason: wine is acidic, silver reacts to it, and the inside of a goblet cannot be polished. Gold does not react — which is why interior gilding has been customary for silver drinking vessels for centuries.

Material and Origin

The advantage of solid silver over silver-plated ware is twofold for a goblet: chasing only works in solid silver — a plating would tear when worked — and the interior gilding protects exactly where polishing is not possible. A goblet that is filled for decades needs both. The Italian hallmark of the manufacturer identifies the material.

Zaramella Argenti has been manufacturing in Padua since 1948. The ornaments of the Signature line are chased: hand-driven into the silver with punches, not stamped under a press. No section repeats the previous one exactly.

At the Shabbat Table

The beginning of Shabbat includes two candles lit before sunset, the goblet of wine, and two braided loaves of bread under a cloth. The Kiddush is first in this sequence: first the candles, then the blessing over the wine, followed by handwashing and the blessing over bread.

Therefore, anyone acquiring ritual objects gradually almost always starts here.

As a Gift

For a wedding, when two people start a household and need their own ritual objects for the first time. For a Bar or Bat Mitzvah. A complete set is the gift for occasions where completeness matters — and it can be contributed to by several gift-givers.

Engraving

The smooth indentation of the plate and the bottom rim of the goblet can be engraved. For sets, usually only one part is engraved — often the plate, so that the goblet remains untouched. We will coordinate this with you in advance. Upon request, we will include a SilberVerse card, 15 × 10 cm, currently free of charge.

Care

Hand wash with warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft cloth, then dry thoroughly — including the inside of the goblet. No dishwasher: cleaning salts attack silver and would damage the gilding. Rinse promptly after use to prevent wine from drying on. Tarnishing is normal and reversible with a silver cloth; the darker depth can remain in the chased indentations. More in the guide on the care of silver cutlery and tableware.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get both pieces together?

Yes — the goblet with foot, approx. 9 cm and the plate, approx. 16×16 cm, manufactured together and delivered in one package. Both pieces are also available individually.

Is the set food-safe?

Yes. 925 silver is suitable for food contact; the gilded interior of the goblet further separates the wine from the metal.

Is it kosher?

We offer silver ritual objects and describe their use — we cannot provide halachic guidance. Questions about ritual suitability can be answered by your community.

How much does the goblet hold?

At approx. 9 cm high, it holds a standard glass of wine. We can provide the exact volume upon request.

Is it delivered in gift packaging?

Yes, in high-quality packaging from the manufacturer.

The Two Parts of the Set

Included are the Kiddush goblet with foot, approx. 9 cm and the square plate, approx. 16×16 cm. Both are available individually — as a set, they come from the same production run and in one package.

For a first Kiddush set of one's own, this combination is the obvious choice: small enough for any table, complete, without having to coordinate two separate items. It is often given as a wedding gift when a household celebrates Shabbat for the first time on its own.

With gold accents, the line features the partially gilded Kiddush set. For those who prefer larger pieces, the Eliyahu sets offer the same craftsmanship on a different scale.

Both pieces together form a small ensemble that can also be displayed when not in use — goblet on the plate, on a sideboard, or in a display cabinet. Since the set is used weekly, an easily accessible spot is more practical than a cabinet anyway.

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Other ritual objects in the Judaica made of 925 silver category, the entire line under Signature by Zaramella. What other pieces belong on the Shabbat table is described in Silver at the Jewish Table.