Child's spoon 925 silver - Boy blackened

Some children's spoons rely on color; this one relies entirely on form. A small boy in a plastic relief stands at the head of the handle of this children's spoon made of 925 sterling silver – with a cap, a shirt with implied buttons, and a toy horse in his arms, which he holds tightly. Below it, an openwork heart in the stem allows light to pass through. No enamel, no color – just the sculptural power of pure silver.

At a Glance

• Material: 925 sterling silver, blackened
• Dimensions: Length approx. 14.5 cm
• Weight: approx. 30 g
• Collection: Royal Childhood by ArgentA
• Engraving: possible on the back of the handle
• Scope of delivery: 1 children's spoon in gift box

Material and Workmanship

This spoon differs from the colorful enamel variants of the collection due to its monochrome, sculptural approach. The boy figure is intricately crafted – cap with brim, shirt, short pants, shoes – and protrudes as an independent relief beyond the handle. The openwork heart in the middle of the stem is not an applied element, but a cut-out in the silver itself, which gives the handle lightness. The spoon is made by ArgentA, a manufacturer based on the Russian silver tradition. At 14.5 cm long, it is larger than the enamel spoons in the collection (around 13.5 cm) and made in teaspoon size – it accompanies a child beyond pure infancy.

Collection and Motif

The boy on this spoon holds his toy horse tightly in his arms – a simple but universal scene: a child with his dearest companion. The toy horse symbolizes imagination, adventurousness, and the first bond with a loyal companion. The cap gives the figure character, making him a boy with peculiarities instead of an anonymous child figure. The openwork heart below sets the emotional frame: this gift is given with affection. The spoon belongs to the Royal Childhood collection by ArgentA, which gathers various children's motifs – this piece shows the most restrained, timeless interpretation of the series.

Occasions and Target Groups

For the birth of a boy, this spoon is a first silver piece with a classic character – the toy horse in the figure's arms represents childhood that is just beginning. For christenings, the back can be engraved, making it a lasting keepsake with a focus on material and form rather than color. The spoon is also suitable as a lasting gift for a first birthday. For godparents looking for a classic, engravable silver gift, and for grandparents who prefer a timeless keepsake in 925 silver, it is a suitable choice – as well as for parents who deliberately do without enamel or gilding and appreciate pure silver.

Engraving and SilberVerse Card

The back of the handle offers a smooth surface for individual engraving – name, date of birth or a short dedication can be permanently engraved here. Contact us via our engraving service; we will advise you on placement and font. In addition, upon request, we can design a personal SilberVerse card – digitally created in photo format 15 × 10 cm, suitable for the occasion and recipient, currently free of charge and each card unique. Simply state your wish when ordering, with or without engraving.

Care

The spoon is made of solid 925 sterling silver – food-safe, nickel-free, and valuable for generations. Clean it by hand with warm water and mild dish soap, then dry it with a soft cotton cloth. Avoid silver dips, which could alter the desired contrast of the relief. If necessary, the raised areas can be carefully refreshed with a silver polishing cloth. The spoon is not dishwasher-safe. The supplied gift box is suitable for storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the spoon be engraved?
Yes. The back of the handle offers a smooth surface for an engraving with a name, date, or short dedication. Please use our engraving service for this.

Why is this spoon larger than the enamel spoons in the collection?
At 14.5 cm, it is made in teaspoon size – deliberately larger than the colorful baby spoons in the series (around 13.5 cm). This way, it accompanies the child beyond infancy.

From what age is the spoon suitable?
It is suitable as a gift from birth. For first attempts at eating under supervision, it is suitable from about 6 to 12 months, depending on the child's development.

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