Table knife 925 silver with niello – Astra Black collection

A dinner knife from the "Astra Black" collection with a 925 sterling silver handle and a black niello ornament at the end of the handle — a understatedly elegant piece of cutlery for the upscale table.

At a glance

• Handle material: 925 Sterling Silver
• Blade: Stainless steel
• Finish: Niello ornament (black) on the handle
• Collection: Astra Black
• Dimensions: L235 mm x W16 mm
• Weight: approx. 44.5 g
• Hallmark: present
• Scope of delivery: 1x dinner knife, gift box

The handle of Astra Black remains consistently silver-colored — unlike other lines of the Astra collection, no gold plating is used here. At the lower end of the handle, there is a floral ornament in niello technique: a dark silver alloy is melted into finely engraved lines, forming a floral motif that clearly stands out from the high-gloss polished silver. This reduced color choice of silver and black gives the knife its calm, modern effect compared to variants with additional gold plating.

Material and workmanship

The handle is made of solid 925 sterling silver, the blade of stainless steel — a proven combination of a decorative silver handle and everyday cutting performance. The niello ornament is hand-engraved into the handle surface and filled with the dark alloy; unlike an applied blackening, niello chemically-physically bonds with the silver and remains permanently fixed in the engraving. Polishing deepens the contrasts rather than diminishing them. The knife bears a hallmark indicating the silver content.

Use and occasions

The dinner knife is suitable for the festively set table as well as for upscale everyday use. Those looking for silver cutlery without gold accents will find a clear, minimalist design language in Astra Black — suitable, for example, as an addition to an existing set, as a gift for an anniversary, or as an introduction to their own silver cutlery collection. Since the collection also includes forks, spoons, and dessert cutlery, the knife can be gradually expanded into a complete set.

Care

Wash the knife only by hand, with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Do not grind or mechanically resharpen the blade to avoid damaging the silver handle. After use, dry thoroughly and store in the gift box — this protects both the polish and the niello filling from scratches.

Frequently asked questions

Is the blade also made of silver?

No, the blade is made of stainless steel for reliable cutting performance. The handle is made entirely of 925 sterling silver and decorated with the black niello ornament.

Are there matching cutlery pieces for this knife?

Yes, the Astra Black line also includes forks, spoons, and other cutlery with the same handle motif. An overview of other sets can be found in our Table Silver and Silverware collection.

How does Astra Black differ from other Astra lines?

Astra Black deliberately foregoes gold plating and remains consistently silver-colored with a black niello contrast. Those who want additional gold accents will find them, for example, in the Astra Classic line with a partially gold-plated handle.

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Further table silver and matching cutlery pieces can be found in the Table Silver and Silverware Collection. For more gift ideas made of 925 silver, it is also worth taking a look at the Gift Ideas.