Tea strainer 925 silver enamel & gold plating blue

A tea strainer that you don't put away, but display. The wide rim of this spoon strainer features an enamel image in black, white, and blue — large-blossomed lilies whose leaves fade into delicate light blue, with fine dark red accents in the flower cups. The inside of the strainer is gold-plated and shines like a small mirror as soon as you lift it from the pot. A piece for the set table, not for the drawer.

At a Glance

• Material: 925 Sterling Silver, gold plating, enamel
• Dimensions: approx. L 12 × W 6.5 cm
• Silver weight: approx. 48 g
• Scope of delivery: tea strainer, gift box

Material and Workmanship

The basket of this spoon strainer is made of 925 Sterling silver and is completely gold-plated on the inside — the gold tone you see when you look into the strainer bowl is not a coating, but a real gold plating on solid silver. The wide, oval rim carries the actual decoration: an enamel image on a black background, in which large-blossomed lilies with light blue leaf tips are inlaid, bordered by fine golden contour lines that individually trace each petal. Small dark red dots add accents in the center of the flower. At the end of the handle, the same pattern is repeated on an oval surface, so that the strainer and handle visually form a continuous image. The spoon shape with its deep, finely perforated strainer sits securely on the rim of the cup or pot and can be comfortably grasped by the handle after brewing.

Use and Occasions

This tea strainer is suitable for loose tea of all kinds — black tea, green tea, herbal and fruit tea infuse evenly through the fine perforation. As a gift, it suits occasions where a piece with character is desired: for the birthday of a tea lover, as a housewarming gift for a new home, as an addition to an existing silver or porcelain service, or as a small but lasting wedding gift. For those looking for a gift that won't fade after three days, this enamel tea strainer offers an alternative to flowers or chocolates — something that will be in hand every morning with tea.

Care

Wash by hand with warm water and mild dish soap — no dishwasher, as dishwasher tablets and heat can damage the gold plating and enamel surface. After washing, pat dry with a soft cloth. Do not treat the enamel surface with abrasive sponges or polishes; a damp soft cloth is sufficient for everyday shine. Store dry and protected from light in the gift box.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the gold plating suitable for everyday use or more for display?

Both are possible. The gold plating is on solid 925 silver and can withstand regular use, as long as you hand wash instead of using a dishwasher. Many of our customers deliberately use such pieces in everyday life, because the daily cup of tea makes all the difference.

Does the tea strainer fit regular teacups and pots?

At approx. 12 cm in length, the spoon strainer rests comfortably on common cup rims and pot openings. It is designed as a classic spoon strainer that you hold over the cup or briefly place on the rim of the pot.

What is the meaning of the floral pattern?

The lily symbolizes purity and grace in many cultures, and in the floral ornamentation of Russian enamel work, it is often chosen as a timeless, elegant motif for silverware — fitting for an item that is part of the tranquil ritual of tea drinking itself.

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