Christening Cups in 925 Silver

Christening cups in 925 silver: the drinking vessel that belongs to the child being christened

For the christening day, a vessel that belongs to the child alone is fitting. Here you will find the silver christening cup: a silver cup for a christening, often a godparent gift, in 925 sterling silver with 92.5% fine silver. The cup comes smooth, with enamel, with relief or with a dark line drawing. Selected cups can be engraved with name and date.

What a christening cup is and what it stands for

A christening cup is a drinking vessel given to the child being christened. It is usually given by the godparents. It is customary to engrave a name, initials or a motto. A plain cup with the child's name is enough for that, as is a richly decorated one.

Smooth, with enamel or a dark drawing: the finishes

The cups differ in surface. The examples named all have a handle, but the look of handle and shape differs from cup to cup. The product page shows both.

ArgentA: enamel, relief and gold plating

ArgentA works with relief, enamel and gold. The cup with a praying angel carries the motif as a relief, and its back is smooth. The Prince cup carries a coat of arms in blue enamel, with a golden crown above. The classic cup dispenses with any motif and leaves the front free. The angel stands for protection.

Zaramella: smooth shapes from Italy

Zaramella stands for clear lines. The Grazia cup has a rounded tulip shape and a slender handle. The whole surface stays free: good for everyone who likes it simple.

SevChern: the Archangel Michael

The cup with the Archangel Michael by SevChern is the dark addition. The niello craft in Veliky Ustyug is documented since the late 17th century. On the cup, the figure stands in silver before a black medallion. The Archangel Michael is regarded in the Orthodox Church as a protector. The Nielloa line for the christening shows further pieces.

Christening cups with engraving: name and christening date

The christening date is fixed early, which is why the engraving can be planned well. On selected cups it is possible: on the angel and Prince cups it lies on the smooth back, on the classic cup on the free front. On the other cups, we check after the order which surface is free.

The engraving flat fee goes into the cart per cup, together with the cup. When you pay, your text goes in the “order note at checkout”. If a wish cannot be carried out, we refund the flat fee. An engraved cup is excluded from the right of withdrawal, so read the text through once more. The page Engraving service shows the way, and the guide Engraved silver spoons for a christening gives suggestions for inscriptions.

Do you prefer to have words in mind? Then ask for the SilberVerse card, free of charge on request: a verse created individually for the occasion and name, as a photo card of 15 × 10 cm.

Godparent gift and more: who gives the cup?

Godparents mostly give it. Grandparents choose it when they are looking for a piece for the shelf. Parents put it aside for the day when the child picks it up themselves. Suitable ideas are collected in the godparent gifts and the christening gifts. How a godparent can fill the role is shown by the article What should a godparent give for a christening? The overview Typical christening gifts in silver shows alternatives.

Care: a soft cloth for the shine

Rinse the cup briefly when needed and dry it softly. The dishwasher is out for silver cups. If the silver has tarnished, we recommend the silver polishing cloth. On enamel and gold plating, you polish more delicately. Anyone who wants to know more can read the care instructions.

Frequently asked questions about the christening cup

Christening cup or christening spoon: which fits better?
The cup is the vessel, the spoon the cutlery. Both can be combined. As a matched pair, the DoDo spoon with the cup with train is suitable. You will find further pieces among the christening gift sets.

Which cup do I choose if I only know the parents and child slightly?
A calm cup without strong colour, such as the classic or the smooth Grazia. Both leave room for a name and commit the family to nothing.

What distinguishes this selection from the children's cups?
The category children's cups shows all silver cups for children. The christening cup is the selection for the occasion: cups that can be given for a christening.

Does a christening cup also suit a birth or a birthday?
Yes, many cups are not tied to one occasion. The name on the cup carries the occasion with it.

When do I order the cup with engraving?
As soon as the christening date is fixed. If a detail is still missing, you can send it by email after the order. The times until delivery are explained on the page Payment and shipping.

More on giving: Christening bowls for the christening day, children's cutlery as a place setting and the angel motifs for everyone looking for a protective motif.