{"product_id":"dessertloeffel-sternzeichen-krebs-925-silber-vergoldet","title":"Dessert spoon, 925 silver – crab, gilded \u0026 niello","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCancer Zodiac Dessert Spoon — Gold-Plated 925 Silver \u0026amp; Niello\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to give a gift to someone born under Cancer, you need something that stands out — without being loud. This dessert spoon made of 925 sterling silver features the hand-engraved Cancer symbol on the back of the bowl; the inside, which touches the dessert, is fully gold-plated. The handle is completely gold, with a floral niello ornament at the end of the handle, resembling ink in silver. Three layers, one piece: silver, gold, and black niello.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a gift for those born under Cancer (June 21 – July 22), this is a gesture that suits the season — early summer in splendor. The spoon comes in a gift box, ready to be given.\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, gold-plated, with niello inlay\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Dimensions: L 168 × W 39 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Weight: approx. 46 g\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Zodiac Sign: Cancer (June 21 – July 22)\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Element: Water\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Motif: Hand-engraved zodiac sign on the back of the bowl · Inside of the bowl fully gold-plated · Handle gold-plated · Niello-floral at the end of the handle\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ Hallmarked: 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\u003eCancer Motif on the Back of the Bowl — Hand Engraving in Gold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cancer emblem is located on the back of the spoon's bowl — meaning the outer side that remains visible when the spoon rests on the plate. It is not printed, but hand-engraved: each line was individually guided with a graver before the motif was gold-plated. You recognize Cancer by its characteristic shell and forward-facing claws — the classic depiction of the zodiac sign. The golden elevation of the symbol stands out against the silver background. The inside of the bowl, which comes into contact with the dessert, is completely gold-plated — no symbol disturbs the gliding surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the handle, there is a floral niello ornament — dark, matte black, inlaid in finely pre-engraved depressions. Niello acts like ink in silver: the black mass is not coated, but melted and permanently bonded with the metal. The contrast of the gold-plated handle, gold-plated bowl interior, 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\u003eCancer Energy at the Table — Water as an Element\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCancer appears in the Heracles myth — placed by Hera as a guardian at the hero's side. This imagery resonates without being spelled out — 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, Cancer stands for depth, family sense, and a fine intuition for moods. Anyone with a Cancer at the table gets 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 Those Born Under Cancer — Meaningful Occasions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Cancer's birthday falls between June 21 and July 22. A dessert spoon with the Cancer symbol suits this moment: not an everyday gift, but a piece that finds its place at the first holiday dessert and then remains in the display cabinet. Suitable for summer birthdays and gifts for people for whom home is sacred, for confirmation, an anniversary, or as a wedding gift for a Cancer couple. You can find more zodiac pieces in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/silberbesteck-sternzeichen-925-silber\"\u003eSilverware Zodiac Sign Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for the complete set — dessert fork, teaspoon, baby spoon with the same Cancer motif are available as sister pieces. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sternzeichen-geschenke-925-silber\"\u003e925 Silver Zodiac Collection\u003c\/a\u003e shows all 12 zodiac signs across the cutlery range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Cancer symbol on this dessert spoon mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn astrology, the zodiac sign Cancer stands for depth, family sense, and a fine intuition for moods. In the gold-plated symbol in the spoon 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 Cancer covers birthdays from June 21 to July 22. For anyone celebrating a birthday in this period, the spoon is a memorable gift — their own sign, engraved and gold-plated 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 color 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 is preserved for generations and becomes clearer with every polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs an additional engraving possible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe back of the bowl already features the hand-engraved and gold-plated Cancer motif, the inside is fully gold-plated, and the handle shows the niello ornament. An additional engraving would damage the gold layer or the niello lines — therefore, it is not provided as a standard service. If you want 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, dry immediately. No dishwasher, no silver dips — the gilding and niello do not like 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 · Gold-Plated · Niello Hand-Engraving · Cancer Zodiac Sign\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 Zodiac Gifts in 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Zodiac Gifts in 925 Silver:\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\"\u003eSilverware Zodiac Signs — Dessert Spoon, Dessert Fork, Teaspoon\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":48217053135180,"sku":"SW10943","price":329.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/4783\/5212\/files\/dessertloeffel-925-silber-krebs-niello-vergoldet.webp?v=1758743483","url":"https:\/\/premiumgeschenk.de\/en\/products\/dessertloeffel-sternzeichen-krebs-925-silber-vergoldet","provider":"Premium Geschenkideen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}