{"product_id":"kinderloeffel-925-silber-vergoldet-niello-eichhoernchen","title":"Dessert spoon for children, 925 silver, gold-plated – squirrel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDessert Spoon 925 Silver Gilt — Squirrel with Niello Ornament from Russian Manufactory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e925 Sterling Silver dessert spoon\u003c\/strong\u003e is fully gilded and combines two finishing techniques in a single piece: on the inside of the spoon bowl sits a \u003cstrong\u003egilded squirrel\u003c\/strong\u003e — upright, with a bushy tail and a nut in its paws, surrounded by swirling tendrils and floral ornaments. The gold engraving stands out in fine lines from the polished silver of the bowl. At the end of the handle, on both sides, is a \u003cstrong\u003eteardrop-shaped niello floral ornament\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark lines in engraved silver, forming a high-contrast frame to the warm gold of the spoon. Crafted in the \u003cstrong\u003eSevChern manufactory\u003c\/strong\u003e in Veliky Ustyug — one of the last workshops worldwide that still performs niello finishing of this quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Info-Box --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 4px solid #967031; background: #f2f2f2; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ \u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 925 Sterling Silver, fully gilded, niello ornamentation\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ \u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Length approx. 16.8 cm · Width approx. 3.9 cm · Weight approx. 46 g\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ \u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e SevChern — Russian niello manufactory\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ \u003cstrong\u003eEngraving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not possible — surface fully finished (niello + gilding)\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ \u003cstrong\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 dessert spoon in gift box\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ \u003cstrong\u003eHallmarking:\u003c\/strong\u003e 925 silver hallmark and artist's manufactory mark\u003cbr\u003e\n  ✦ \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dessert spoon size (16.8 cm) — larger than the children's spoons of the Niello series (13 cm)\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign — Squirrel in Gold, Floral Ornament in Niello\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe spoon bowl features the squirrel as the central figure. It sits upright on a branch, its bushy tail curled upwards, holding a nut between its front paws. Around the figure, floral ornaments entwine — swirling lines, leaves, and volutes that fill the entire inner surface of the bowl. The engraving is executed in fine gold lines and forms a detailed image that reveals its full depth only upon closer inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the handle, on both sides, is a \u003cstrong\u003eteardrop-shaped niello ornament\u003c\/strong\u003e: a stylized flower with leaves and tendrils, embedded in an almond-shaped frame. The dark niello lines contrast with the polished silver, which has been left free of gilding here — a deliberate change that visually sets the handle end apart from the golden stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003efull gilding\u003c\/strong\u003e distinguishes this dessert spoon from the children's spoons of the Niello series, where only the bowl motif is gilded. Here, the gold extends over the entire stem and bowl — only the niello ornaments at the end of the handle retain their typical silver-black combination. The result is a spoon whose warm gold tone immediately catches the eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Squirrel Motif — Diligence, Foresight, and Joy of Life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe squirrel is one of the few animal motifs that are positively connoted in almost all cultures. It symbolizes \u003cstrong\u003ediligence, foresight, and wise precaution\u003c\/strong\u003e — qualities that parents and godparents wish for a child. The squirrel collects in autumn what it needs in winter. It plans ahead without losing the joy of the moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Slavic folk art, the squirrel holds a special place. It is considered a \u003cstrong\u003esymbol of prosperity and energy\u003c\/strong\u003e — a nimble, skillful animal that inspires admiration with its dexterity. In fairy tales and legends, it often appears as a wise advisor or a messenger of the forest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a gift at birth, baptism, or a first birthday, the squirrel carries a special message: \u003cstrong\u003eBe diligent, think ahead, but don't forget to enjoy life.\u003c\/strong\u003e An encouragement that lasts far beyond the occasion. And with its playful, upright posture on the spoon bowl, it brings a smile to every meal — a motif that appeals to children and delights adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Niello? — The Oldest Finishing Technique for Silver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNiello is an alloy of silver, copper, lead, and sulfur, which is applied as a dark paste into previously engraved ornaments. The process is one of the oldest finishing techniques for precious metals — archaeological findings prove its use as early as antiquity. The production of a single niello piece involves \u003cstrong\u003eover 15 individual work processes\u003c\/strong\u003e: First, the motif is engraved into the silver. Then, the niello mass is prepared, heated, and melted into the engraved lines. After cooling, the surface is ground, polished, and — where intended — partially or fully gilded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Europe, this technique is rarely practiced today. The SevChern manufactory in Veliky Ustyug, Russia, is one of the last workshops that performs niello of this quality and tradition. The city has been the center of Russian niello art since the 17th century. Each spoon bears the hallmark of the executing artist — a sign of individual responsibility for the finished piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDessert Spoon vs. Children's Spoon — Format and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a \u003cstrong\u003elength of 16.8 cm and a weight of approx. 46 g\u003c\/strong\u003e, this dessert spoon is significantly larger and heavier than the children's spoons of the Niello series (13 cm, approx. 23 g). The wider bowl (3.9 cm) is suitable for desserts, yogurt, muesli, or soups — it is a full-fledged dessert spoon that children of school age and adults alike can use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany families acquire the dessert spoon as a \u003cstrong\u003esupplement to a children's spoon\u003c\/strong\u003e from the same Niello series — the smaller spoon for the first few years, the larger one for later. Others deliberately choose it as a collector's item or as a representative individual piece for their display cabinet. The full gilding and the elaborate squirrel motif make it one of the most decorative pieces in the SevChern collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Gilding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entire spoon shines in warm gold — stem, bowl, and back are gilded\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNiello Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 15 work processes — engraved, melted, ground, polished. At the handle end as a high-contrast floral ornament\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-sided Niello Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both sides of the handle end feature identical teardrop-shaped floral ornaments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquirrel Motif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gilded engraving on the spoon bowl — detailed with tendrils, leaves, and volutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDessert Spoon Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.8 cm length, approx. 46 g — for children of school age and adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist's Hallmarking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece bears the manufactory mark of the executing artist\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e925 Sterling Silver:\u003c\/strong\u003e Food-safe, nickel-free, and value-retaining — a gift that lasts for generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e SevChern Manufactory, Veliky Ustyug — center of Russian niello tradition since the 17th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOccasions and Target Groups\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA fully gilded dessert spoon with niello finishing and a squirrel motif is a gift for people who seek something special — beyond the usual motifs and formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirth and Baptism:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a representative silver gift with symbolic meaning — the squirrel as a wish for diligence and joy of life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Birthday \/ Start of School:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dessert spoon grows with the child — usable as daily cutlery from school age\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors of Russian Silver Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e A piece that expands the niello collection with a fully gilded format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor grandparents and godparents,\u003c\/strong\u003e who are looking for a gift with cultural depth and artistic merit — not only materially valuable, but culturally significant.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor collectors,\u003c\/strong\u003e who wish to expand their repertoire with a functional piece of jewelry in full gilding.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor parents,\u003c\/strong\u003e who consciously choose a gift that stands out from the crowd and tells its own story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEngraving Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis dessert spoon cannot be engraved due to the double-sided niello ornaments and the complete gilding. The spoon bowl features the squirrel motif, and the handle end has floral ornaments — there is no free space for an engraving without compromising the overall artistic impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilberVerse Card — our personal gift card:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even without engraving, you can give this gift a personal touch. Upon request, we will design an individual \u003cstrong\u003eSilberVerse Card in photo format (10×15 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for the occasion, the recipient, and with your personal message. Each card is unique. Simply state your wish when ordering, and we will contact you to coordinate the details. Currently free of charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe spoon is made of solid \u003cstrong\u003e925 Sterling Silver\u003c\/strong\u003e and bears the official silver hallmark as well as the artist's manufactory mark. The gilding extends over the entire spoon — stem, bowl, and back — and is permanently bonded to the silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClean the spoon exclusively by hand with warm water and mild dish soap. Then dry it with a soft cotton cloth. \u003cstrong\u003eNever use silver dips or aggressive cleaning agents\u003c\/strong\u003e — these can damage the niello filling and permanently impair the dark contrasts. The gilding requires no special care, but should not be treated with abrasive cleaners. Not dishwasher safe. The supplied gift box is suitable for storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this spoon a children's spoon or a dessert spoon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA dessert spoon. With a length of 16.8 cm and a weight of approx. 46 g, it is significantly larger than the children's spoons of the Niello series (13 cm, approx. 23 g). It is suitable for children of school age and for adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the squirrel symbolize as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe squirrel symbolizes diligence, foresight, and joy of life. It stands for wise precaution without losing the joy of the moment — a message particularly suitable for birth, baptism, or the start of school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the entire spoon gilded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe full gilding is a special feature of this dessert spoon. While the children's spoons of the Niello series only gild the bowl motif, here the gold extends over the entire stem and bowl. Only the niello ornaments at the end of the handle retain their typical silver-black combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the spoon be engraved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Both sides feature niello ornaments, and the bowl has the squirrel motif. An engraving would destroy the overall artistic impression. As a personal alternative, we offer the free SilberVerse Card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs niello safe for contact with food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Niello is a dark metal alloy that is melted into engraved ornaments. After cooling, the filling is firmly bonded to the silver and chemically stable. The technique has been used since antiquity and is completely harmless with proper use. The spoon is made of food-safe 925 Sterling Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CTA-Box --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f8f6f0 0%, #fff 100%); border: 1px solid #e8e0d0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px; margin: 28px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDessert Spoon 925 Silver Gilt — Squirrel with Niello\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOccasion: Birth · Baptism · Start of School · Collector\u003cbr\u003e\n  Manufacturer: SevChern — Russian Niello Manufactory\u003cbr\u003e\n  Finishing: Niello Engraving, Full Gilding, Artist's Hallmarking\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/niello-silber-geschenke\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #090302; color: #fff; padding: 12px 28px; border-radius: 4px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDiscover all Niello gifts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFurther Gift Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover matching silver gifts for special occasions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/babyloffel-silber\"\u003eBaby Spoons made of 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e — all motifs and collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kinderbesteck-925-silber\"\u003eChildren's Cutlery 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e — spoons, forks, and sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/niello-silber-geschenke\"\u003eNiello Silver Gifts\u003c\/a\u003e — more pieces from the SevChern Manufactory\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/geschenke-zur-geburt\"\u003eGifts for Birth\u003c\/a\u003e — from classic to customizable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/geschenke-zur-taufe\"\u003eGifts for Baptism\u003c\/a\u003e — lasting mementos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Dokumenten-Signatur --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Ersteller: Claude Opus 4.6 (SilberBiss) | Datum: 2026-03-16 --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Produkt: Dessertlöffel 925 Silber vergoldet – Eichhörnchen (SW10481) --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Quellen: Storefront-Bild (1 Ansicht, 2 Perspektiven), alte Beschreibung aus Shopify, Niello-Technik aus CLAUDE.md --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Maße: 16,8 cm × 3,9 cm, Gewicht ca. 46 g (aus alter Beschreibung) --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Prüfer: Roman | Freigabe: ausstehend --\u003e\n\u003c!-- QA: manuell — Umlaute geprüft, keine verbotenen Wörter, keine Preise --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Fehler: keine bekannt --\u003e","brand":"SevChern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48199244579148,"sku":"SW10481","price":289.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/4783\/5212\/files\/kinder-dessertloeffel-silber-gold-niello-eichhoernchen.webp?v=1761754927","url":"https:\/\/premiumgeschenk.de\/en\/products\/kinderloeffel-925-silber-vergoldet-niello-eichhoernchen","provider":"Premium Geschenkideen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}