{"product_id":"teeglashalter-set-st-georg-antik-925-silber-3tlg-wappen","title":"Tea glass holder set \"St. George the Victorious\" antique patinated 925 silver in a case — 3-piece","description":"\u003cp\u003eSaint George is the dragon slayer—the saint on horseback, spear in hand, evil beneath his hooves. No other Christian image is so universally understood: born in Egypt, became a soldier in Cappadocia, executed for his faith in 303 under Diocletian—and since then revered in both Orthodox and Western tradition as the patron saint of warriors, shepherds, and horsemen. Russia, Georgia, Moscow, England, Catalonia, Aragon, Genoa: all bear him on their coats of arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur tea glass holder set \"St. George the Victorious antique patinated\" features this saint sculpturally in the central heraldic medallion: Saint George on horseback, lance in hand, the dragon beneath his hooves, framed by a laurel wreath and bow. The ArgentA-typical blackening in the recesses makes the equestrian scene stand out sculpturally. Also included are a classic \"Imperator\" teaspoon, a checkered crystal glass, and the velvet-lined premium case in navy blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 2em 0; padding: 1.5em; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f8f6f0 0%, #fff 100%); border: 1px solid #e8e0d0; border-radius: 8px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; font-size: 0.85em; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #967031;\"\u003eFor Father \u0026amp; Grandfather\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; font-size: 1.3em; color: #090302;\"\u003ePatron Saint in 925 Silver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0; color: #555; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eSaint George has been the patron saint of warriors and horsemen for centuries — making him a classic Father's Day gift for men with a connection to tradition, faith, or the military. Discover all Father's Day gifts in 925 silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vatertagsgeschenke-silber\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 0.7em 2em; background: #090302; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; font-size: 0.9em; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eView Father's Day Gifts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSt. George the Victorious — a very Russian and very European story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe legend itself is oriental-medieval: a Roman soldier named Georgios, martyred in Lydda (modern-day Israel), becomes a symbol of the victory of faith over paganism. The dragon-slaying scene is a later iconographic invention of the High Middle Ages—the dragon as a symbol of paganism, the maiden as the rescued church, the rider as Christ's hero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor Russia, Saint George has a special meaning: since the 14th century, he has been the patron saint of Moscow and thus part of the city's coat of arms—the rider with the dragon, which the Russian double-headed eagle also bears on its breastplate. In the Russian Empire, the \"Order of St. George\" was founded in 1769—to this day, Russia's highest military award. For the sleeves and chests of Russian soldiers and veterans, the black and orange \"St. George ribbon\" is the highest badge of honor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe same applies to Western Europe: St. George is the patron saint of England (since 1284), and his red cross-on-white flag is the English national flag. Genoa, Aragon, Catalonia, Portugal, Ethiopia, and Beirut also feature him. The dual patronage of East and West makes the motif culturally adaptable—regardless of one's religious or national tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe holder — same design as our other heraldic sets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone familiar with our ArgentA tea line will immediately recognize the holder: the same classical column structure as the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-doppeladler-antik-925-silber-3tlg-wappen\"\u003eDouble-Headed Eagle Set\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-der-meister-925-silber-3tlg-gravur\"\u003eMaster Set\u003c\/a\u003e, the same stirrup handle with a pearl rim, the same acanthus volutes, the same laurel wreath in the medallion. Only the central emblem is different: Saint George on horseback instead of a double-headed eagle or an empty engraving field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis holder design is an ArgentA classic line from Kolchugino. You can place the three sets side by side — they look like a family, differing only in the central image: the master of the house (empty field for personalization), the state (double-headed eagle), and the patron saint (St. George).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePodstakannik \"St. George the Victorious\" antique patinated: 925 silver, height approx. 95 mm, Ø approx. 72 mm, approx. 129 g. Classical column structure with a central oval medallion, in which St. George on horseback with a dragon is sculpturally integrated. Recesses blackened, raised surfaces polished. Acanthus volutes, laurel wreath with bow, stirrup handle with pearl rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeaspoon \"Imperator\": 925 silver, length approx. 130 mm, approx. 23 g. Classical handle with an openwork oval handle crown and laurel leaf border — the handle crown offers an engraved initial field. Highly polished bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal glass \"Tschajny\" (checkered): classic Russian tea glass, approx. 200 ml, 65 × 100 mm, cut checkered pattern. Replaceable consumable part, easy to replace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Case Navy Blue: velvet-lined, approx. 132 × 132 × 165 mm. Protects the silver from air contact and is the ready-made gift packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGilded variant? Available upon request\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur standard set is the antique patinated variant with blackening. However, ArgentA also produces the heraldic medallion and the spoon handle crown in a \u003cstrong\u003egilded finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — Saint George then in warm gold on a silver base, comparable to our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-doppeladler-925-silber-3tlg-vergoldet\"\u003eDouble-Headed Eagle gilded set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like the gilded set variant, simply contact us briefly — we will order the special combination directly from the manufacturer in Kolchugino. Delivery time will be slightly longer than for the standard set, as the special configuration will be produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively: Both solo holders are already available without a set:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silber-teeglashalter-teeglas-st-georg\"\u003eSolo Holder \"St. George the Victorious\" antique patinated\u003c\/a\u003e — same variant as here, but without glass, spoon, and case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silber-teeglashalter-teeglas-st-georg-gold\"\u003eSolo Holder \"St. George the Victorious\" gilded\u003c\/a\u003e — the gold variant of the holder, also without set components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePractical if you want to add several holders to a table service or use your own glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen is the St. George set particularly suitable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFather's Day gift for men with a connection to tradition, faith, or the military.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for Orthodox Christians — Saint George is one of the most important saints of the East.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName day \"Georg\" \/ \"Georgi\" \/ \"Yuri\" \/ \"Jurij\" \/ \"George\" — the saint is the patron saint of the name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for horsemen, equestrians, horse breeders, riding instructors — the equestrian saint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeteran honors, military anniversaries, retirement of soldiers and officers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscovites with a connection to their homeland — St. George is the patron saint of Moscow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish people or Anglophiles — St. George is the patron saint of England.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirmation, christening, religious occasions for boys named Georg \/ Yuri \/ Jurij.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of heraldic silver art — as a counterpart to the Double-Headed Eagle set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e925 Sterling silver, highly polished, with blackening in the recesses of the heraldic medallion. The blackening is the typical ArgentA superficial patination (NOT Niello — that is a different inlay technique of our SevChern line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean holder and spoon only by hand with warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft cloth — never in the dishwasher, never rub away the blackening in the recesses with silver polish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe dry after use, preferably store in the case — protects against air contact and delays natural tarnishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheckered glass: dishwasher safe on a short gentle cycle; by hand is gentler and crystal clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the polished areas tarnish more severely: use a soft silver polishing cloth without abrasive particles on the \u003cem\u003eraised\u003c\/em\u003e areas, never in the blackened recesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComparison with other ArgentA tea sets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe now carry several ArgentA tea sets side by side. Which one suits which occasion?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSt. George the Victorious antique patinated\u003c\/strong\u003e (this set): Patron saint on horseback, dragon-slaying scene, antique patinated. Father, grandfather, horsemen, Orthodox Christians, Name Day George.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-doppeladler-antik-925-silber-3tlg-wappen\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-headed Eagle antique patinated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Russian heraldic eagle, antique patinated. Railway veteran, father, collector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-doppeladler-925-silber-3tlg-vergoldet\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-headed Eagle gilded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Heraldic eagle in gold, representative. Diplomats, offices, festive occasions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-der-meister-925-silber-3tlg-gravur\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Master\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Same design, empty heraldic field for personal engraving. Director, father, business anniversary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-troika-925-silber-3tlg-drei-pferde\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTroika\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Russian folk symbol, three horses in a winter sleigh. Russia enthusiasts, wedding, winter gift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-jaeger-auf-der-rast-925-silber-3tlg-perow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHunters at Rest (Perov)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: High relief based on Perov painting 1871. Art connoisseurs and hunters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-auerhahn-jagd-925-silber-3tlg\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapercaillie Hunt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: High game high relief, Capercaillie sculpture as spoon crown. Hunters, Hubertus brothers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer to give coffee instead of tea: also check out our coffee sets \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kaffeeset-libellula-925-silber-tuerka-loeffel\"\u003eLibellula\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kaffeeset-rosalia-925-silber-tuerka-loeffel\"\u003eRosalia\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions about the St. George Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is Saint George actually?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaint George (Russian «Святой Георгий», Greek «Άγιος Γεώργιος») was a Roman soldier from the 3rd century, executed in 303 under Emperor Diocletian for his Christian faith. The dragon-slaying scene is a late medieval iconographic invention — symbolic: victory of good over evil. Today patron saint of England, Russia, Georgia, Moscow, Catalonia and many other countries and cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the set have a gilded variant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe standard is the antique patinated variant (this set here). The \u003cstrong\u003egilded set variant\u003c\/strong\u003e with Saint George in gold on a silver background is produced by ArgentA \u003cstrong\u003eon request\u003c\/strong\u003e — just send us a short message, we will order the special configuration directly from the manufacturer in Kolchugino. Delivery time will be slightly longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the holder also available without glass and spoon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — both solo holders are available from us: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silber-teeglashalter-teeglas-st-georg\"\u003eSolo holder antique patinated\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silber-teeglashalter-teeglas-st-georg-gold\"\u003eSolo holder gilded\u003c\/a\u003e. Practical if you want to add several holders to a service or use your own glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the blackening the same as Niello?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Niello is a sulfur-silver inlay technique (e.g., SevChern from Veliky Ustyug) where a black compound is melted into engravings. The ArgentA blackening is a superficial patination in the recesses that enhances the 3D effect of high reliefs. Both processes are high-quality but differ in technique, appearance, and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich spoon is in the set, does it also have an emblem?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \"Imperator\" spoon — the same as in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-der-meister-925-silber-3tlg-gravur\"\u003eMaster Set\u003c\/a\u003e. Classical handle with an openwork oval handle crown and laurel leaf border. The handle crown is a blank field — no emblem, but ideal for a personal initial engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I have the spoon engraved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the openwork handle crown offers an engraving field — ideal for an initial, a date, or a family monogram. Hand engraving by a silversmith best suits the classical style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is the drinking glass?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe checkered crystal glass holds approximately 200 ml — ideal for a classic Russian teacup with strong black tea. Note: ArgentA supplies either checkered cut or diamond cut depending on availability; both fit the holder and can be reordered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the set suitable for women's gifts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaint George is symbolically a rider and warrior saint and is therefore traditionally considered masculine. For women, we recommend the gender-neutral sets \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-troika-925-silber-3tlg-drei-pferde\"\u003eTroika\u003c\/a\u003e (wedding team, horse symbolism) or our coffee sets \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kaffeeset-libellula-925-silber-tuerka-loeffel\"\u003eLibellula\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kaffeeset-rosalia-925-silber-tuerka-loeffel\"\u003eRosalia\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the set dishwasher safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, not the silver components. Please clean the holder and spoon only by hand. The checkered crystal glass is robust and dishwasher-safe on a short gentle cycle — cleaning by hand is gentler for it too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is the manufacturer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe set comes from ArgentA, the silver manufacturer from Kolchugino in the Vladimir Oblast (Russia). Classic \"Classic. Posuda\" line — full in-house production from melting to hand polishing, ECO-certified 925 Sterling silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 4px solid #967031; padding: 20px; margin: 20px 0; background: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #090302; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eTea Glass Holder Set \"St. George the Victorious antique patinated\" — at a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Podstakannik + checkered crystal glass + \"Imperator\" teaspoon, 3-piece\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 925 Sterling silver with blackening in the recesses of the emblem\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classicism \/ Empire — columns, laurel wreath, acanthus volutes\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint George on horseback, dragon-slaying scene, sculptural high relief\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eHolder dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 95 mm · Ø approx. 72 mm · Glass 200 ml\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eSilver weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 152 g (holder 129 g + spoon 23 g)\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Navy Blue, velvet-lined, approx. 132 × 132 × 165 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e ArgentA, Kolchugino (Vladimir Oblast, Russia)\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free shipping (DE) · 30-day return · gift-ready in case\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eGilded set variant:\u003c\/strong\u003e available on request (longer delivery time)\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eSolo holder:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silber-teeglashalter-teeglas-st-georg\"\u003eSt. George antique patinated\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silber-teeglashalter-teeglas-st-georg-gold\"\u003eSt. George gilded\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eRelated sets:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-doppeladler-antik-925-silber-3tlg-wappen\"\u003eDouble-headed Eagle antique\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-doppeladler-925-silber-3tlg-vergoldet\"\u003eDouble-headed Eagle gilded\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-der-meister-925-silber-3tlg-gravur\"\u003eThe Master\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackening is superficial patination, NOT Niello (see SevChern assortment)\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 2em 0; padding: 1.5em; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f8f6f0 0%, #fff 100%); border: 1px solid #e8e0d0; border-radius: 8px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; font-size: 0.85em; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #967031;\"\u003eRussian Tea Tradition\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; font-size: 1.3em; color: #090302;\"\u003eAll Tea Glass Holders with Tea Glass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0; color: #555; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eFrom the patron saint St. George to the double-headed eagle to the flying troika — discover our whole world of Russian tea culture in 925 silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/teeglashalter-silber-kristallglas\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 0.7em 2em; background: #090302; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; font-size: 0.9em; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eView Tea Glass Holders\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ArgentA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57541089329484,"sku":"15760652829004","price":1149.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/4783\/5212\/files\/teeglashalter-set-st-georg-antik-925-silber-im-etui.webp?v=1778771919","url":"https:\/\/premiumgeschenk.de\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-st-georg-antik-925-silber-3tlg-wappen","provider":"Premium Geschenkideen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}