Teaspoon 925 silver gold plated hand engraving | Astra Lux Gold

Astra Lux Gold Teaspoon – A fully gilded championship without niello

The Astra Lux Gold teaspoon, crafted from 925 sterling silver, is the luxury version of the Astra collection: fully gold-plated with double floral hand-engraving on the bowl and handle – deliberately without a niello filling. The hand-engraved flowers stand out in matte silver against the high-gloss gold plating, creating a subtle, three-dimensional contrast. This restraint demonstrates the highest level of engraving mastery – the flowers speak for themselves, without any black niello filling. At 138 mm in length, it's perfect for stirring tea, and at 28 grams, it feels noticeably high-quality.

The Astra Lux Gold teaspoon is the elegant choice for connoisseurs who appreciate subtle craftsmanship. It perfectly complements all pieces in the Astra collection and demonstrates that true mastery needs no additional emphasis – the engraving is so perfect that it stands out even without niello contrast.

Double floral engraving – without niello filling

The Astra Lux Gold teaspoon is completely gold-plated – bowl, handle, and back gleam in high-gloss gold. Its distinctive feature is the double floral hand engraving: a central group of flowers with tendrils on the back of the bowl and a floral band on the handle. Both engravings are cut into matte silver and deliberately left unfilled with niello. The matte silver contrasts gently with the high-gloss gold – a subtle contrast that exudes understated elegance.

This technique is more elaborate than niello work: The engraver must cut the flowers so precisely that they appear three-dimensional even without black infill. Every petal, every stem, every tendril is cut and polished into the matte silver – pure handwork requiring years of experience. The high-gloss gilding frames these matte areas, allowing the flowers to stand out without the need for niello. For connoisseurs, this variant is the more subtle, elegant choice.

Not engravable – luxury handcrafted item

Due to its complete gilding and floral hand engraving, this teaspoon is not suitable for further personalization. Additional engraving would damage the gilding and disrupt the harmonious design. The double floral engraving on the bowl and handle is its signature – it needs no further personalization to be valuable.

The Astra Lux Gold teaspoon in detail

• Material: 925 sterling silver with full gold plating, without niello inlay
• Surface: High-gloss gold-plated (bowl + handle), matte finish in engraved areas (back of bowl + handle)
• Ornaments: Double floral hand engraving: group of flowers on the back of the bowl + floral band inside the handle (without niello)
• Dimensions: Length 138 mm × Width 32 mm (socket)
• Average weight: 28 grams (solid 925 silver)
• Origin: Russia, SevChern factory
• Special features: Fully gilded, double hand engraving without niello filling, subtle contrast, over 100 years of manufacturing tradition
• Hallmark/Stamp: Original hallmark (certificate of authenticity)
• Included: Teaspoon, high-quality gift box
• Engraving service: Not possible due to gilding and floral hand engraving
• Perfectly matches: Astra Classic teacup, Astra Gold teacup, teapot, sugar bowl, milk jug
• Series: Astra Lux Gold (fully gold-plated), luxury version without niello filling

Subtle elegance – The luxury version of the Astra collection

The Astra Lux Gold teaspoon is the luxury version within the Astra collection. While the Astra Classic, with its niello filling, achieves maximum contrast, the Astra Lux Gold focuses on subtle elegance through its matte silver finish. Both are fully gold-plated and both feature double floral hand engravings – the difference lies in the contrast: Astra Classic = niello (black and highly contrasting), Astra Lux Gold = matte silver (subtle and elegant).

This variety allows you to design your tea service according to your aesthetic sensibilities: Do you want maximum contrast? Then choose Astra Classic with Niello. Do you prefer subtle elegance? Then Astra Lux Gold is the right choice for you. Many connoisseurs deliberately prefer Astra Lux Gold because it demonstrates that the engraving is so perfect that it doesn't need any additional emphasis from Niello.

What customers say

"The Astra Lux Gold is my absolute favorite! The matte silver of the floral engraving stands out so elegantly against the gold – subtle, yet perfectly visible. For me, that's true mastery: the engraving doesn't need niello to be effective."
—Dr. Elisabeth M., Düsseldorf

Frequently asked questions about the Astra Lux Gold teaspoon

What is the difference between Astra Classic and Astra Lux Gold?

Astra Classic features a deep black niello filling in the engraved flowers, creating a striking contrast to the gold plating. Astra Lux Gold forgoes this filling – the flowers are cut in matte silver and stand out subtly against the high-gloss gold. Both have double floral hand engravings (bowl and handle) and are fully gold-plated – the difference lies in the contrast: black (niello in Classic) versus matte silver (Lux Gold). Astra Lux Gold is technically more complex because the engraving must be perfect to be effective without additional embellishment.

Why is Astra Lux Gold more elaborate than Astra Classic?

Without niello infill, the engraving must be so precise that every flower, leaf, and tendril appears three-dimensional – achieved solely through cutting and polishing the matte silver. With Astra Classic, the black niello infill helps to emphasize the contours. With Astra Lux Gold, the mastery of the engraving alone carries the effect. The engraver must cut and polish every detail perfectly – any mistake would be immediately visible. This higher standard makes Astra Lux Gold the luxury option for connoisseurs.

Does Astra Lux Gold match tea service pieces with niello?

Yes, absolutely! The teapot, sugar bowl, and teacups feature niello decorations, but the Astra Lux Gold teaspoon harmonizes perfectly with them. Many customers deliberately combine: a tea set with niello (for maximum contrast) + Astra Lux Gold teaspoons (for subtle elegance). This combination demonstrates versatility and connoisseurship. Since both pieces come from the same manufacturer and are fully gilded, the pairing is harmonious.

Can I use Astra Classic and Astra Lux Gold in the same set?

Yes, that's a very elegant combination! Many connoisseurs deliberately mix them: 3 teaspoons of Astra Classic + 3 teaspoons of Astra Lux Gold for a 6-person service. This variety showcases both techniques of the SevChern manufactory and makes every tea ceremony more interesting. Since both are fully gilded and feature the same floral motifs, they harmonize perfectly – only the contrast differs (niello black vs. matte silver).

Is Astra Lux Gold less valuable than Astra Classic?

No, on the contrary – Astra Lux Gold is technically more complex and often considered more valuable by connoisseurs. The niello work on Astra Classic is an art in itself, but Astra Lux Gold requires even more perfect engraving because any flaw would be visible. Many collectors prefer the subtle elegance of Astra Lux Gold because it demonstrates that the engraving is so good it needs no further emphasis. Both versions are equivalent in terms of material and craftsmanship – they simply speak different aesthetic languages.

A small work of art for connoisseurs of subtle elegance.

The Astra Lux Gold teaspoon is no ordinary spoon. It's a statement of connoisseurship – fully gold-plated with a double floral hand engraving, but deliberately without black niello inlay. The matte silver of the flowers subtly contrasts with the high-gloss gold, the engraving speaks for itself, and its 28-gram weight serves as a reminder that true quality is tangible. Every time you stir your tea with this spoon, you'll see the perfection of the engraving – no added emphasis, no black inlay, just pure mastery.

For those who understand that true art needs no further emphasis. Fully gilded, hand-engraved, and crafted in the SevChern manufactory – for connoisseurs who appreciate subtle elegance and know that true mastery speaks softly.

Product details at a glance

SilverVerse – Championship needs no emphasis

A teaspoon is small. But in a world that constantly clamors for attention, it makes a statement: My engraving is so perfect that it doesn't need a black niello filling to make an impact. The Astra Lux Gold teaspoon demonstrates that true mastery speaks softly – matte silver instead of black niello, subtle instead of high-contrast, elegant instead of flashy. For connoisseurs who understand that the best is often what requires a second look to fully appreciate its beauty.