Zodiac gifts in 925 sterling silver

Who are you looking for a sign for: a baby that has just arrived, parents who are celebrating this arrival, or an adult for their birthday? Here you will find sterling silver zodiac gifts for all twelve star signs, from baby spoons with colorful enamel to cutlery with a gold-plated zodiac emblem. You can see which piece is suitable for which occasion in the three ways below.

Sterling silver zodiac gifts: three ways to find the right piece

A zodiac gift is most successful when it is clear who is receiving it. Children, parents, and adults do not need the same piece.

For the baby: the baby spoon

The ArgentA zodiac baby spoon features the motif in colorful enamel at the top of the handle, with the gold-plated zodiac symbol and golden stars below. The handle features a grid ball, stars, and waves in relief, and three raised dots on the bowl, giving little hands something to feel during their first spoonfuls. One example is the Capricorn baby spoon. The spoon is available for all twelve signs, with the Aries version for boys and girls.

For parents at birth: dessert cutlery or a 3-piece set

At birth, people often think only of the newborn, yet new parents are celebrating, too—mom and dad alike. Cutlery featuring the child's sign is a piece they will use themselves: for dessert at a festive table, for coffee on the weekend, or later for a family meal. This makes it a piece that can be passed down over the years. You can choose from the dessert cutlery with spoon and fork or the 3-piece set, which includes a teaspoon. We assemble the 3-piece set ourselves from the individual items, for example the Capricorn zodiac set. When the baby spoon and cutlery are given together, the whole family bears the same sign.

For adults on their birthday: their own sign

If you aren't looking for a baby gift but something for a partner, friend, or grandparent, choose the birthday child’s sign as a dessert spoon, dessert fork, or teaspoon. The teaspoon is a more understated option, while the dessert cutlery is more festive. You can find both in the cutlery collection. If you would like to compare the signs with other ideas, take a look at the birthday gifts.

Which star sign? The 12 signs and their timeframes

Here you will find all twelve zodiac signs and their dates. For the signs linked in the list, there is a dedicated episode in our blog series.

• Aries: 03/21–04/20
• Taurus: 04/21–05/20
• Gemini: 05/21–06/21
• Cancer: 06/22–07/22
• Leo: 07/23–08/23
• Virgo: 08/24–09/23
• Libra: 09/24–10/23
• Scorpio: 10/24–11/22
• Sagittarius: 11/23–12/21
• Capricorn: 12/22–01/20
• Aquarius: 01/21–02/19
• Pisces: 02/20–03/20

For those born on a transition day, it is best to check the sign based on the exact time of birth. Calendars and sources do not always agree on the boundaries, so when in doubt, it is worth checking the adjacent sign before ordering.

Two styles: Enamel for the baby spoon, niello for the cutlery

The baby spoon comes from ArgentA and follows the Russian enamel tradition. The motif is set in colorful enamel at the top of the handle, complemented by gold plating and the tactile reliefs of the DODO line. There is no niello on these spoons; their character is colorful and playful.

The cutlery comes from SevChern. The niello art of Veliky Ustyug has been documented since 1683, and SevChern continues it as a manufactory. Dessert and teaspoons have a silver bowl with a hand-engraved, gold-plated zodiac emblem, a gold rim, and a gold-plated handle, making them partially gold-plated. At the end of the handle sits a floral ornament with a niello inlay—a dark inlay fused with the silver, not an applied lacquer. The dessert fork is fully gold-plated, with a silver coat-of-arms field, the zodiac symbol in gold engraving, and a niello flower on the handle. Dessert and teaspoons share the same motif, with the teaspoon just being smaller. The cutlery looks classic and calm: dark niello in the handle, gold on the bowl, and otherwise silver.

When a zodiac gift is appropriate

The most common occasion is shortly after birth, as the child's sign is fresh. In that case, the zodiac spoon is a birth gift to remember the day. After that, the window remains open: for the first tooth, baby showers, and the first birthday. It also fits for a baptism, though more as a secondary occasion, for instance if godparents are looking for a personal piece. You can find more ideas for the start of life on the gifts for birth page.

A special case is Christmas. Babies born around the holidays are Capricorn or Sagittarius; December 25th belongs to Capricorn. For a Christmas baby, Capricorn is therefore the obvious sign, often chosen as early as Advent. For Christmas gifts for adults, you can find alternatives under silver Christmas gifts. And last but not least, birthdays: their own sign on a spoon makes it clear that the gift was chosen specifically for them.

Make it personal without engraving

Custom engraving with a name or date is not possible for these pieces; the zodiac emblem is already engraved at the factory. On the baby spoon, the handle and surface are covered with reliefs and embossing, and on the cutlery, there is not enough free space left next to the zodiac motif for a name or date. Two ways make the gift personal nonetheless. You can include a free SilberVerse card with your personal dedication. And if you want the name or date of birth on the silver, our birth spoons are designed for that. Both can be combined, such as zodiac cutlery for the parents and a birth spoon with a name for the child.

Western and Eastern zodiac

The Western star signs follow the solar year and divide it into twelve sections, as in the list above. The Chinese zodiac works differently: it assigns one of twelve animals to each year. Both systems work with the number twelve but are separate traditions. Therefore, we keep them in separate collections. If you are interested in the Eastern zodiac, you will find it under our silver Chinese zodiac signs.

Care

Sterling silver and gold plating require little maintenance. A soft silver cloth removes light tarnish; if necessary, warm water with mild dish soap is sufficient, then dry well. It is best to avoid harsh cleaners and dipping baths for enamel and niello.

Frequently asked questions about zodiac gifts

What is the star sign of a baby born on December 25th?
December 25th falls within the period of Capricorn, which runs from Dec 22nd to Jan 20th. We offer a matching Capricorn baby spoon.

Can the zodiac spoons be engraved?
No. On the baby spoon, the handle and bowl are covered by the relief; on the cutlery, there is no free space next to the motif. For names and dates, the birth spoons are suitable, and for a personal dedication, the free SilberVerse card.

What do I give the baby, and what do I give the parents?
Give the baby the baby spoon with enamel and reliefs, and the parents the dessert cutlery or the 3-piece set in the same sign. That way, everyone gets their own piece, and both belong together.

What makes a zodiac sign a symbolic gift?
The sign connects the silver to a date that matters to the recipient, thus showing appreciation. Bringing it to the table every year on their birthday creates a small ritual. It does not predict character or the future but serves as a memento of the moment of birth and shows that you paid close attention.

Do dessert and teaspoons have the same motif?
Yes, both carry the same design; the teaspoon is just smaller. If you like that, the 3-piece set consisting of a dessert spoon, dessert fork, and teaspoon is a coherent choice, such as the Capricorn set.

Are there also gifts with Chinese zodiac signs?
Yes, in a separate collection: silver Chinese zodiac signs.

You might also be interested in: For the child alone, the zodiac baby gifts collection remains the go-to, while the zodiac silver cutlery is for the parents. Those who want a name and date on silver should look at the birth spoons. You can find other occasions under gifts for birth, birthday gifts, and silver Christmas gifts. Additional dessert cutlery fits well for the table, and for the Eastern zodiac, there are the silver Chinese zodiac signs.