{"product_id":"dessertloeffel-sternzeichen-jungfrau-925-silber-vergoldet","title":"Dessert Spoon 925 Silver – Virgo, Gilded \u0026 Niello","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVirgo Zodiac Dessert Spoon — Gilded 925 Silver \u0026amp; Niello\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to give a gift to a Virgo, you need something that stands out—without being loud. This dessert spoon made of 925 sterling silver features the hand-engraved Virgo symbol on the back of the bowl; the inside, which comes into contact with the dessert, is fully gilded. The handle is entirely gold, with a floral niello ornament in silver at the end of the handle, resembling ink. Three layers, one piece: silver, gold, and black niello.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a gift for those born under Virgo (August 23 – September 22), this is a gesture that suits the season—late summer in its splendor. The spoon comes in a gift box, ready to present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 4px solid #967031; background: #f2f2f2; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eProduct details at a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Material: 925 Sterling silver, gilded, with niello inlay\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Dimensions: L 168 × W 39 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Weight: approx. 46 g\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Zodiac sign: Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Element: Earth\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Motif: Zodiac sign hand-engraved on the back of the bowl · Inside of the bowl fully gilded · Handle gilded · Niello-Floral at the handle end\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Hallmark: Yes, 925\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Manufacturer: SevChern from Veliky Ustyug — Niello tradition since 1683\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Gift box: Included\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVirgo Motif on the Back of the Bowl — Hand Engraving in Gold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Virgo emblem sits on the back of the spoon's bowl—that is, the outside, which remains visible when the spoon is resting on the plate. It is not printed, but hand-engraved: each line was individually cut with a graver before the motif was gilded. You can recognize Virgo by the standing figure and the typical sheaf of wheat in her hands—the classic depiction of the zodiac sign. The golden relief of the symbol stands out against the silver background. The inside of the bowl, which comes into contact with the dessert, is completely gilded—no symbol interferes with the smooth surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the handle is a floral niello ornament—dark, matte black, inlaid into finely pre-engraved depressions. Niello acts like ink in silver: the black mass is not coated, but melted in and permanently bonded to the metal. The contrast of the gilded handle, the gilded inside of the bowl, the engraved symbol on the back, and the matte niello makes the spoon a table companion that stands out as soon as someone serves dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVirgo Energy at the Table — Earth as an Element\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn ancient mythology, Virgo represents Demeter and her daughter Persephone—symbols of harvest and transformation. This imagery resonates without being explicitly stated—the golden shimmer on the handle picks it up and allows the motif in the bowl to become a small echo of the myth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAstrologically, Virgo stands for precision, clear judgment, and a sense for what is genuine. Those who have a Virgo at their table get a person who has a gesture for every occasion. A spoon with their sign is not a random gift—it hits the mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAs a Gift for Virgo-Born — Occasions with Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Virgo's birthday falls between August 23 and September 22. A dessert spoon with the Virgo symbol fits this moment: not an everyday gift, but a piece that finds its place at the first festive dessert and then remains in the display cabinet. Suitable for birthdays during harvest season and gifts for people who appreciate detail, for confirmation, an anniversary, or as a wedding gift for a Virgo couple. More zodiac pieces can be found in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/silberbesteck-sternzeichen-925-silber\"\u003eSilver Cutlery Zodiac Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those looking for the complete set—dessert fork, teaspoon, baby spoon with the same Virgo motif are available as sister pieces. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sternzeichen-geschenke-925-silber\"\u003eZodiac Collection in 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e shows all 12 zodiac signs across different cutlery pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Virgo symbol on this dessert spoon mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn astrology, the zodiac sign Virgo stands for precision, clear judgment, and a sense of what is genuine. In the gilded symbol in the spoon's bowl, it becomes a visible gift—no letters, no saying, but a classic emblem from the tradition of zodiac representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor which birthdays is this dessert spoon suitable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe zodiac sign Virgo covers birthdays from August 23 to September 22. For anyone celebrating their birthday during this period, the spoon is a gift with recognition value—their own sign, engraved and gilded in 925 silver. It works just as well as a godchild's gift, for confirmation, or as a collector's item in zodiac cutlery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is niello and how does the black on the handle last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNiello is an ancient silversmithing technique from Veliky Ustyug: a dark silver alloy is melted into finely pre-engraved lines and permanently bonded with the silver. Imagine it like ink in silver—no print, no coating. The contrast remains for generations and becomes clearer with every polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs additional engraving possible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe back of the bowl already features the hand-engraved and gilded Virgo motif, the inside is fully gilded, and the handle shows the niello ornament. Additional engraving would damage the gold layer or the niello lines—therefore, it is not offered as a standard service. If you wish to include a personal message: a handwritten card with the gift box is suitable for this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the spoon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHand wash with mild dish soap, then polish dry immediately. No dishwasher, no silver dips—the gilding and niello do not tolerate aggressive agents. Storing it dry in the gift case is sufficient for everyday use. If necessary, gently polish with a silver polishing cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f8f6f0 0%, #fff 100%); border: 1px solid #e8e0d0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 32px; text-align: center; margin: 32px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e925 Silver · Gilded · Niello Hand Engraving · Virgo Zodiac\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sternzeichen-geschenke-925-silber\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #090302; color: #fff; padding: 14px 32px; border-radius: 4px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.04em;\"\u003eView all 925 silver zodiac gifts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther 925 silver zodiac gifts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sternzeichen-geschenke-925-silber\"\u003eAll 12 Zodiac Signs in 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/silberbesteck-sternzeichen-925-silber\"\u003eSilver Cutlery Zodiac — Dessert Spoons, Dessert Forks, Teaspoons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/babygeschenke-sternzeichen-925-silber\"\u003eZodiac Baby Gifts in 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/geburtstagsgeschenke\"\u003eBirthday Gifts in 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SevChern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48217054085452,"sku":"SW10946","price":329.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/4783\/5212\/files\/dessertloeffel-jungfrau-925-silber-vergoldet-niello.webp?v=1758741942","url":"https:\/\/premiumgeschenk.de\/en\/products\/dessertloeffel-sternzeichen-jungfrau-925-silber-vergoldet","provider":"Premium Geschenkideen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}