Ideas for Silver Baptism Gifts

Silver baptism gifts have been a tradition since Victorian times when it was customary to give children their own silver spoon engraved with their name. This spoon would maintain its value and be useful for generations to come. An engraved silver spoon, cup, dish, or set of tableware still makes an appropriate gift for the newly baptized baby. But there are other suitable gifts you can choose.

Silver Toys, Jewelry, and Accessories
One option in silver baptism gifts is to give the baby a silver toy. An elegant silver rattle will delight the senses and be a valuable and beloved keepsake. There are also lovely pearl colored plastic teething rings with safely attached silver bells that tinkle and soothe a little one's gums. Either toy can be engraved with the baby's name. Another useful option is to give the baby an accessory for decorating the nursery, such as a silver cross wall plaque, or a special silver picture frame engraved with name and date of christening. Silver jewelry is another popular choice for a gift. A tiny pair of earrings is one option for a baby girl with pierced ears. There are also lovely little pins, cross charms, and beaded bracelets with a charm attached. Some silver jewelry gifts are adjustable so they can grow with the child. Not all who are baptized are infants! Silver baptism gifts are appropriate mementos for older converts, too. Any newly baptized believer would love to have a silver cross necklace or bracelet to commemorate this meaningful occasion.

Silver Baptismal Shells
One of the most thoughtful and special of all the silver baptism gifts is a sterling silver baptismal shell. Natural shells were commonly used for scooping water from the baptismal font to use for christening. A special silver shell can be used in the same way. Have it engraved with the baby's name and date, and perhaps add a scripture. This lovely keepsakes will be treasured always.