Porcelain and silver coffee cup with goldfish enamel motif

In many cultures, the goldfish is considered a messenger of luck and prosperity – on this coffee cup, it swims in pink, green, and gold over a holder made of 925 sterling silver, copper, and gold plating. Inside, the porcelain cup from the Imperial Porcelain Manufactory St. Petersburg provides a calm, bright contrast. A two-piece ensemble for those who like to give their tea or coffee a little story.

At a glance

• Material: Porcelain, 925 silver, copper, gold plating, enamel
• Height: 7 cm
• Colors: Pink, green, gold
• Motif: Goldfish, hand-painted enamel with silver wires
• Product type: two-piece coffee and tea set (porcelain cup + silver-enamel holder)
• Packaging: Gift packaging

Exact details regarding weight and diameter are currently not available for this model – if you have questions about the exact measurements, please contact us before ordering.

The Goldfish — Motif and Meaning

The goldfish represents wealth, hope, and fulfilled wishes in many narrative traditions – a motif particularly suitable for gifts intended to wish someone well for the future. On the holder of this cup, it appears in detail in shades of pink and green, with scales and fins built up layer by layer in the finest enamel painting. The motif gives the cup a narrative touch that goes beyond its mere function as a drinking vessel.

Material and Craftsmanship

The porcelain cup comes from the Imperial Porcelain Manufactory St. Petersburg. The holder combines 925 sterling silver, copper, and fine gold plating and is created using the traditional electroforming process: silver is built up in an electrolytic bath on a wax model, which is then removed – this keeps the holder pleasantly light despite its three-dimensional relief. The goldfish motif is implemented using the enamel filigree technique: the finest, real silver wires form the contours along which the color is applied by hand. Since each enamel drawing is created manually, each cup differs in small details from the next.

Use and Occasions

This cup is suitable as a gift for retirement, a milestone birthday, a wedding, or as an appreciation for collectors and art lovers. It suits parents, grandparents, and business partners as well as friends with a sense of style and history – as a utility item for daily coffee or tea, as well as a decorative individual piece in the living or working area.

Engraving and SilberVerse Card

An engraving is not possible on the enamel holder, as the surface is too delicate for additional processing. As a personal addition, we offer a custom-designed SilberVerse card in 15 × 10 cm format upon request – with your dedication, tailored to the occasion and recipient, currently free of charge. Simply indicate your wish in the order field.

Care

Clean the cup exclusively by hand, without a dishwasher. Use a soft cloth instead of abrasive cleaners to protect the enamel and gold plating. Ideally, store the set securely in its original packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this cup be engraved?
No, the surface is too delicate for an engraving. As an alternative, we recommend the personal SilberVerse card with your dedication.

Is the cup suitable for everyday use?
Yes, it is suitable for daily use. However, we recommend cleaning by hand to protect the enamel and gold plating long-term.

Where is the product manufactured?
The porcelain cup comes from the Imperial Porcelain Manufactory St. Petersburg, the silver-enamel holder from a manufactory in St. Petersburg.

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You can find more coffee and tea cups made of porcelain and silver enamel with different motifs in our selection of Table Silver & Silverware. For more gift ideas, check out our Gift Ideas in 925 Sterling Silver.