Christening gifts for girls made of 925 sterling silver

A good christening gift for a girl is made of 925 silver and is a piece that lasts beyond the day: a rattle that finds a place on a shelf later on, a christening spoon that becomes the first set of cutlery, a christening bowl that commemorates the day. Here you will find around a hundred christening gifts for a girl: baby rattles, christening spoons with angel motifs, christening bowls, gift sets, and children's cutlery. Every piece is hallmarked, and where engraving is not possible, the SilberVerse card offers a personal alternative.

As a godmother, you are looking for something that will accompany your godchild for a lifetime: an angel christening spoon or a christening bowl is the classic choice for this. As grandparents, you might want a gift set that brings together a spoon, cup, and bowl. As a parent or guest, a rattle that is small, beautiful, and immediately appealing is often sufficient.

Christening gift for a girl: What makes a good gift

A good christening gift for a girl has three characteristics: it lasts, it grows with her, and it tells a story. Silver fulfills this in a quiet way. It is a material that never goes out of fashion; if it tarnishes over the years, a soft cloth will bring back the shine. Everything you find here is made of 925 sterling silver, i.e., 92.5 percent silver, and is hallmarked.

A gift can grow with a child in two ways. A spoon or cup is used first and kept later. A rattle or christening bowl is a keepsake from the start that will later stand in the nursery, in a display cabinet, or on a shelf. When choosing a christening gift for a girl, it is therefore worth asking: Will she still enjoy holding it when she is twenty?

The gift ideas at a glance

Baby rattles

The rattle is the christening gift for those who want to give something small yet lasting. The spherical baby rattle with ladybug and the teether rattle with heart and flowers are two calm, clear shapes. If you prefer figurative designs, take a look at the rattle with a seated teddy or the handled rattle with a guardian angel. If you want a name on the rattle, choose a shape with a smooth surface, such as the handled rattle with a smooth heart or the teether rattle with a smooth heart. You can find all rattles in the 925 silver baby rattles collection.

Christening and baby spoons

The christening spoon is the classic godparent gift. The christening spoon with gold-plated guardian angel places gold on silver, while the angel with heart christening spoon features the angel as a full-relief figure in silver. We check the individual piece to see if and how the back of the handle can be engraved. The "Holy Angel" orthodox christening spoon is aimed at families celebrating an Orthodox baptism. For a child born in the spring, the Aries zodiac baby spoon is a great fit, and the gold-plated heart-bear child's spoon is a bit more playful. For a wider selection, browse the silver christening spoons and silver baby spoons collections.

Christening bowls

A christening bowl is a gift that captures the day itself: it commemorates the occasion and later serves as a keepsake on a shelf. Most christening bowls can be engraved, such as the Madrid christening bowl; the christening bowl with cross bears its motif and remains without engraving. All christening bowls come from Zaramella in Italy. Further shapes can be found under christening bowls and baptism shells.

Gift sets

A set brings together several pieces that are used and kept together. The heart gift set with cup, spoon, and plate combines three pieces, the christening gift set with gold-plated guardian angel is oriented towards Orthodox traditions, and the three-piece christening set with niello is one of the few sets with this dark inlay. You can find all sets in the christening gift sets collection.

Cups, mugs, and cutlery

For those looking for a single piece for everyday use: cups and mugs like the child's cup with handle, plates, and children's cutlery in 925 silver. They are smaller in appearance than a set, but are kept and passed down just the same.

Motifs for girls

The motifs in this selection are diverse: angels and guardian angels stand for protection, hearts for affection, flowers for growth. The ladybug is considered a lucky charm in folk tradition, the teddy is a classic childhood motif, and the unicorn is a fairy-tale motif that is often combined with gold and pink enamel, for instance in the gold-pink unicorn baby spoon.

Where the pieces come from

Three main manufacturers work in this selection, each bringing something different. ArgentA from Russia makes most of the spoons and gift sets, as well as some rattles like the guardian angel rattle, featuring enamel motifs, gilding, angels, orthodox motifs, and fairy-tale characters. Zaramella Argenti from Italy provides most of the baby rattles and all the christening bowls in classic silversmithing style, without color, purely from the form of the silver. SevChern from Veliky Ustyug is represented with several sets and individual pieces and works with niello, a dark inlay that is bonded to the silver and is not a lacquer. Niello is only available here from SevChern, not from the other two.

Engraving and personal words

Whether a piece can be engraved depends on the piece itself. We distinguish between three levels, and they are listed exactly as such on the product pages:

Engravable: most christening bowls and rattles with a smooth surface, such as with a smooth heart or butterfly. Upon review: many christening and child's spoons where we check the back of the handle, as well as almost all gift sets. Not possible: rattles with spherical, figurative, or floral relief, christening bowls with a cross, and spoons whose back has no flat area, such as the unicorn baby spoon. Which level applies is stated on the product page for each piece.

Here is how to proceed: You add the engraving service flat rate to your shopping cart along with the gift. We then check what is feasible for the piece and agree on the wording with you. If the engraving is not possible, we will refund the flat rate. For sets, a flat rate usually applies per engraved part. You can enter your desired text as a note at the checkout or send it to us by email after placing your order.

And if a piece cannot be engraved, there is a personal alternative: the SilberVerse card. This is a verse that we write for the specific christening based on the occasion, name, and mood, which is included with the gift. For rattles with relief, this is the obvious way to go.

Who this gift is suitable for

Godmother and godfather: A christening gift for a godchild should say more than "best wishes." A christening spoon or christening bowl is made for this. If you are looking for suggestions on what a godparent should give, the guide What does a godparent give for a christening? will help you, and you can find further ideas under godparent gifts.

Grandparents: A set that the family handles and later passes on is a perfect choice here. You can find inspiration in the guide Christening gifts from grandparents.

Parents and guests: A rattle or a single spoon is a quiet gift that does not overwhelm anyone but still carries meaning.

Care

Silver tarnishes over time; this is normal. Use a soft silver polishing cloth to bring back the shine; for enamel and gilding, it is best to avoid scouring agents. With pieces featuring niello, the contrasts even deepen when polished. Store the piece in a dry place, ideally wrapped in a soft cloth.

Frequently asked questions about christening gifts for girls

What do people give for a christening these days?
Alongside money, gifts that last are popular today: a christening spoon, a rattle, a christening bowl, or a silver gift set. You can find more ideas in our 30 silver christening gift ideas.

When should the christening gift be presented?
The day of the christening itself is standard, whether at the church, at the celebration afterward, or when welcoming the guests. If you cannot attend the celebration, you can also send it before or after the event.

What does a godmother give a girl for her christening?
Often something that will remind her of her godmother later: a piece engraved with the christening date or a set the child will use for years. You can find an overview under godparent gifts.

Can rattles be engraved?
For some, yes: rattles with a smooth heart or handle surface can accommodate a name, while spherical and figurative rattles cannot. Whether this is possible for your chosen rattle is stated on the product page; otherwise, we will write a SilberVerse card for you free of charge upon request.

How many engravings do I need for a set?
Generally, one engraving service flat rate per part that you wish to have engraved. Often one part is sufficient, such as the spoon or the cup, with a name and christening date.

Are these gifts also available for boys?
Yes. Neutral pieces like christening bowls and simple rattles are suitable for both. You can find a dedicated selection for boys under christening gifts for boys.

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