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.
Hallmarked In 1923
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1923, this stylish, Sterling Silver Dressing Table Jar, features a silver and tortoiseshell cover, and a glass body. The dressing table jar measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 2.5"(6.5cm) in diameter.
£145
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Hallmarked In 1937
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1937 by Elkington & Co., this stylish, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, is in the Art Deco taste, and features a reeded handles, and a pedestal foot. The christening mug measures 3.25"(8.5cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) from handle to side, and weighs 3.7 try ounces.
£295
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Hallmarked In 1919
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1919 by Henry Atkin, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Christening mug, is in the traditional baluster shape. The christening mug measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 3.25"(8.5cm) from handle to side and weighs 4.84 troy ounces.
£295
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Hallmarked In 1912
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
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Hallmarked In 1866
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
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Hallmarked In 1935
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1935 by Viner's Ltd., this handsome, Sterling Silver Quaich and Spoon Set, is presented in a box, and is plain in style. The quaich measures 6"(15cm) from handle to handle, by 4.25"(10.5cm) in diameter, and together the set weighs 6 troy ounces (185gm).
£445
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Hallmarked In 1889
Hallmarked in London in 1889 by Wakely & Wheeler, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, is straight sided, and features engraved floral decoration, a gilt interior, and a plain loop handle. The christening mug measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and weighs 5 troy ounces.
£445
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Hallmarked In 1866
Hallmarked in London, in 1866 by Thomas Johnson I, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Beaker, is collapsible and features engine turned decoration, a gilt interior and a vacant cartouche. The beaker measures 2.5"(6cm) tall when extended (1"(2.5cm) when collapsed), by 2"(5cm) in diameter and weighs 2.01 troy ounces.
£465
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Hallmarked In 1863
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1863 by Hilliard & Thomason, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features wonderful engraved decoration to the body, bead borders, and a gilt interior. The christening mug measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) wide, by 2.75"(7cm) deep, and weighs 5 troy ounces.
£465
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Hallmarked In 1896
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
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Hallmarked In 1937
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
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Hallmarked In 1872
Hallmarked in London in 1872 by John Kirkparick, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features aesthetic design engraving to the body, a gilt interior, and a plain loop handle. The christening mug measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and weighs 5 troy ounces.
£565
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Hallmarked In 1922
Hallmarked in London in 1922 by C. J. Vander, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, or Christening Mug, is plain in style, and features a flat top and scroll thumbpiece. The tankard measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) wide, by 2.75"(7cm) deep, and weighs 7 troy ounces.
£575
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Hallmarked In 1840
Hallmarked in London in 1840 by J. C. Edington, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features wonderful chased floral decoration to the body, an ornate handle, and a gilt interior. The christening mug measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep, and weighs 6 troy ounces.
£595
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Hallmarked In 1853
Hallmarked in London in 1853 by John Kieth, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features a gilt interior, wonderful engraved decoration to the shaped body, and an ornate border around the base and handle. The christening mug measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep, and weighs 6.5 troy ounces.
£645
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Hallmarked In 1863
Hallmarked in London in 1863 by Edward Kerr 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
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Hallmarked In 1856
Hallmarked in London in 1856 by Barnards, this charming, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features a gilt interior and chased decoration to the body, with a scene depicting 2 putti drinking wine. The christening mug measures 4.75"(12cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 6.5 troy ounces.
£745
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Hallmarked In 1945
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
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Hallmarked In 1995
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
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Hallmarked In 1931
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
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