The tradition of giving a gift at a Christening began in the 4th century, and was used to symbolise the gifts given by the three Wise Men to the newborn Jesus Christ. From the Tudor period this gift was often silver, as it represented wealth and independence for when the Child grew older. The saying “born with a silver spoon in his mouth” comes from this practice.
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Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1919 by Walker & Hall, this attractive, George V period, Antique Sterling Silver Child's Set, comprises a spoon and fork in the art nouveau taste, presented in their original box. The fork measures 6"(15.5cm) long, by 1"(2.5cm) wide, the spoon measures 5.75"(14.5cm) long, by 1"(2.5cm) wide, and together they weigh 1.86 troy ounces.
The box measures 1"(2.5cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep.
£295
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1907, this attractive, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Child's Set, comprises a knife with Mother of Pearl handle, and a spoon and fork, all featuring engraved detailing, and presented in their original box. The box measures 9"(22.5cm) long, by 4"(10cm) deep.
The knife measures 7.25"(18.5cm) long, by 0.5"(1.5cm) wide. The fork measures 5.75"(14.5cm) long, by 0.75"(2cm) wide. The spoon measures 6"(15.5cm) long, by 1.25"(3.5cm) wide.
£325
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1912 by Fenton Brothers Ltd., this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features a gilt interior, and a loop handle. The mug measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 8 troy ounces.
£395
Hallmarked in London in 1894 by Wakely & Wheeler, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features swirled fluting to the body, and a gilt interior. The christening mug measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 4.6 troy ounces.
£395
Hallmarked in London in 1794 by Henry Chawner, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, is straight sided with reed detailing. The Christening mug measures 2.5"(6cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) from handle to side, by 2"(5cm) deep, and weighs 3.27 troy ounces.
£395
Hallmarked in London in 1866 by Henry Holland, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features chased and engraved decoration to the sides, a gilt interior and bead borders. The christening mug measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) from handle to side, by 2.75"(7cm) deep, and weighs 4 troy ounces.
£425
Hallmarked in Glasgow in 1908 by James Weir, this very handsome, Antique, Sterling Silver Child's Set, comprises a bowl and spoon, presented in the original box, and in the arts and crafts taste. The bowl measures 7"(18cm) in diameter, and the spoon measures 5.75"(14.5cm) in length. Together they weigh 6.4 troy ounces.
The box measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 10.75"(27.5cm) wide, by 9.5"(24cm) deep.
£465
Hallmarked in London in 1896 by Charles Edwards, this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features swirled half fluting, a chased floral border and a gilt interior. The christening mug measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 4.3 troy ounces.
£475
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1937 by Sanders & Mackenzie, this handsome, Sterling Silver Christening Mug, is plain in design, and features a cast model of a bull dog on the handle. The Christening mug measures 4.25"(10.5cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) from handle to side, and weighs 5.3 troy ounces.
£495
Hallmarked in London in 1796 by George Smith III, this very handsome, Antique, George III period, Sterling Silver Christening Mug, is barrel shaped, with reed detailing and a gilt interior. The christening mug measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8cm) from handle to side, by 2,25"(5.5cm) deep, and weighs 2.4 troy ounces.
£495
Hallmarked in London in 2007 by John & Maureen Surtees, this very handsome, Elizabeth II period, Britannia Standard Silver Armada Dish, is of traditional form, and is presented in a display box. The armada dish measures 6.75"(17cm) in diameter and weighs 8.41 troy ounces.
The box measures 2.25"(5.5cm) tall, by 8.75"(22cm) wide and deep.
£495
Hallmarked in London in 1863 by Edward Ker Reid, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features a cast ornate handle, a gilt interior, and striking engraving to the body. The Christening Mug measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 5"(13cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep, and weighs 8 troy ounces.
£695
Hallmarked in London in 1945 by R. E. Stone, this charming, Sterling Silver Armada Dish, has been beautifully engraved with a central image of Peter Pan and Wendy, and various characters from the Peter Pan story around the rim, presumably inspired by the original drawings by F. D. Bedford. The armada dish measures 6.75"(17cm) in diameter, by 1"(2.5cm) tall and weighs 6.8 troy ounces.
£795
Hallmarked in London in 1928 by Amy Sandheim, this attractive, George V period, Sterling Silver Christening Mug, is in the arts & crafts taste, featuring a hammered finish and a flared rim to the body, with ball decoration to the base, and an engraved signature underneath. The christening mug measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, and weighs 3.41 troy ounces.
£795
Hallmarked in London in 1995, this fabulous, Modern, Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver Child's Set, comprises an egg cup, an egg spoon and a napkin ring, decorated with yellow and red striped enamel and presented in a fitted box. The egg cup measures 2"(5cm) in diameter, the napkin ring measures 2"(5cm) in diameter and the spoon measures 4.25"(11cm) in length. Together, the set weighs 4.37 troy ounces.
£975
Hallmarked in London in 1831 by Edward, Edward junior, John & William Barnard, this stunning, William IV period, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, retains it's original gilding, with a cast and applied grape and vine frieze, and an ornate handle. The christening mug, which is presented in it's original box, measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) from handle to side, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 5.47 troy ounces.
The box measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 8"(20cm) wide, by 6.25"(16cm) deep.
£975
Hallmarked in London in 1931 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this handsome, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, is plain in style, with a flat top and reed detailing. The tankard measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, by 7"(17.5cm) from handle to side and weighs 21.7 troy ounces.
£1,575