Rating of the best souvenir spoons for 2022

Ever since man invented the spoon, its appearance and areas of popularity have been constantly changing. Along with the advent of new manufacturing materials, the cutlery itself is also undergoing changes. The wooden spoon, which was in daily use for many centuries, today "migrated" into the category of souvenirs. Silver devices that came from Byzantium to Rus' at the end of the 1st millennium remain popular to this day.

Spoon as a souvenir

The British started the tradition of giving babies a teaspoon on Christening Day as a symbol of good luck and luck. In Russia, it is customary not only to give a silver spoon for the first tooth, but also to knock on it as a souvenir for health for a long life. What other spoon souvenirs are there?

There are miniature "zagrebushki", they are presented as a talisman for material abundance and life in abundance.

Antique coined spoons with symbols are often brought from travels to historical places.

Wooden souvenirs are very popular among foreigners. For a Russian connoisseur of beauty, such items are often presented in sets, compatriots prefer to use them for the interior of a summer residence.

Personalized spoons are also in special demand as a gift. Unobtrusive and original items with the names of household members will decorate any home. This category includes tableware with a festive engraving, such as "For Women's Day" or with a printed name.

There are matryoshka spoons that are customary to take with you abroad as a souvenir from Russia. Ceramic spoon products with memorable embossing and sights of tourist cities are brought from travels as a reminder of a pleasant vacation.

Sets are presented at weddings as a guarantee of family well-being, home comfort.

Promotional products in the form of spoons are used quite often. You can engrave, logo on wood or mint a brand name on metal. A practical and original thing will always be at hand and will not fail to remind you of the manufacturer or service provider.

Stand spoons entered Russian use not so long ago, but have firmly taken root in domestic kitchens. Lovers of practical gifts will not find a better souvenir than a handy painted utensils.

How to choose

It is easy to get lost in the rich selection of offers, so it is advisable to adhere to certain criteria when buying.

• Material

As a material of manufacture can serve:

1. silver;
2. stainless steel;
3. nickel;
4. cupronickel - copper-nickel alloy, with the possible addition of manganese, iron;
5. bronze;
6. brass;
7. ceramics;
8. porcelain;
9. wood.

Wooden products have such advantages as practicality, durability, ease of maintenance. The tree is shock-resistant and protected from chips, does not provoke allergic reactions and is not afraid of water treatment. Such a souvenir will easily fit into any interior design and give it a novelty and folk flavor. Ornamental breeds are easily combined with many natural materials. In addition, such souvenirs are inexpensive.

Silver valuable items have healing properties, increase resistance to stress and irritation. Placing an object in water for 11 hours guarantees its purification and saturation with silver ions. They belong to true material values ​​and have liquidity. It is generally accepted that investing in this class of values ​​is a reliable investment.

There are the following types of silver products:

♦ engraved;
♦ with blackening;
♦ gilded;
♦ with enamel inserts.

• The size

For children and teenagers, small items are best suited, which are most often made of silver. As a gift for an adult, you can buy larger items, both made of wood, painted in various styles, and silver or gilded specimens.For modest family celebrations, stainless steel and brass items are suitable.

• Coating

For a long-term preservation of a presentable appearance, it is customary to cover the product with a layer of varnish, wax, which makes them unsuitable for direct use. Gilding or white rhodium plating is considered more expensive. In this case, the bactericidal properties, unlike pure silver, are reduced.
The enamel coating with the image of the landmark is popular as a travel souvenir.

• Try

For silver products, the 925 test means the content of 92.5% pure silver in the material, respectively, the 999 test indicates an almost completely silver composition. Copper and its alloys are used as an impurity. The fragility of a product made of pure silver is directly proportional to its sample. The higher the content, the lower the strength.

• stigma

A special sign indicates the passed alloy purity control procedure. The absence of a stigma may indicate the presence of harmful impurities, causing, in particular, allergic reactions.

• Manufacturer

The Swedish items of the Switzerland brand and the Estonian Sola Suveel are world famous. Russian favorites include ArgentA, Kolchugino, SOKOLOV, VALTERA, as well as such foreign brands as Solingen, B&G, Lefard. Russian-made collection models are recommended from the Pyatigorsk bronze "Golden Antelope".

• Decor

The souvenir industry is constantly evolving. Inlay and original design, engraving on metal products, figured cutting on wooden utensils make the souvenir exceptional and luxurious. Recently, it has become popular to bring spoons as a souvenir from a trip. Resorts make special commemorative models.

• Certification

Expensive products have a certificate of hygienic quality. This item is especially important for children's gifts.

• Price

Classic silverware in a gift box costs from 2 to 9 thousand rubles. You can also find more expensive unique pieces in beautiful cases. Wooden utensils are more modest in cost. A set of wooden spoons does not exceed the price of 1,000 rubles. Antique silver stands in a separate place, perhaps, both in price and in originality. Known German, Turkish, Mexican, Canadian, Russian, Scandinavian souvenirs, collectibles, which will be an unsurpassed gift and worthy decoration of any life.

Mistakes when choosing wooden spoons

Despite the fact that a wooden spoon is very simple and colorful, there is a difference between souvenir models and musical items. The latter are made of hardwood, have elongated handles and a special polishing of the impact surface. More often, musical spoons are sold in sets, the kit includes from 2 to 4 pieces.

Overview of the best souvenir spoons

Silver items

Argenta Teaspoon "Hunting"

An excellent memorable gift for a hunter by the holiday date will be a worthy update of everyday life.

• made of silver with blackening;
• belongs to the class of classic silverware;
• with a stylish gift box;
• the presence of a floral pattern with the head of an animal;
• sample is indicated on the handle;
• does not darken over time;
• 925 test;
• special care is not needed.

• washing in the dishwasher is not allowed.

Argenta Spoon "Guardian Angel"

The best choice for Christening for a baby or as a gift for a memorable date for a child will lay the foundation for a personal collection, and will later allow a souvenir to be passed on from generation to generation.

• the presence of gilding;
• aesthetic form;
• for belonging to family values;
• undeniable style and utility;
• with bactericidal properties;
• from the Classic collection;
• festive serving decoration;
• to instill aesthetics from "young nails";
• suitable for everyday life;
• in a gift box.

• hand wash only.

SOKOLOV scoop spoon

The abundance of goods and services in the consumer age has created a shortage of material resources. Now, along with health, it is customary not only to wish for prosperity, but also to give appropriate souvenir magnets.

• 925 test;
• small price;
• can be carried in a purse;
• the image of all currencies on the handle;
• with a characteristic luster;
• class of monetary accessories;
• miniature;
• clear character printing.

• modesty.

Valtera

The zagrebka has a coating of white and black rhodium, has a small size and a symbolic purpose.

• 925 test;
• packed in a stylish case;
• available for purchase in online stores;
• with a pleasant silver color;
• is a value.

• missing.

Kubachi spoon with silver enamel

The Dagestan village of Kubachi has been famous for its masters of jewelry for many years. Engraving and blackening, inlay and other subtleties of the case were passed down from generation to generation. Products of well-deserved dynasties are in demand, highly valued to this day.

• handmade;
• the highest class of craftsmanship;
• original design;
• unsurpassed quality;
• National character;
• it is possible to order via the Internet with delivery;
• high qualification of masters;
• silver of the highest quality with historical heritage;
• a large selection of silver kitchen utensils;
• Great choice for a wedding gift.

• high price.

Spoon wooden souvenirs

Nominal souvenir spoon, Khokhloma

Khokhloma painting, together with environmentally friendly material - wood makes a modest gift original and useful.

• variability of names on the product;
• a large selection of male and female names;
• bright, colorful look;
• safely;
• cozy home appearance;
• original Russian subject;
• tribute to traditions;
• will brighten up any kitchen.

• there is no indication of the type of wood.

Matryoshka wooden

Tableware in the Russian folk style has a hand-painted Semyonov.

• scoop with the image of the face of a matryoshka;
• bright folk design;
• can serve as an addition to the nesting doll as a Russian souvenir;
• with high quality lacquer
• online purchase;
• only positive feedback from the owners.

• missing.

Melchior

"Silver Rose" Kolchuginsky cupronickel

The manufacturer traces its history of manufacturing valuable items from the beginning of the 19th century and is the owner of a well-deserved brand name.

• age-old traditions of cupronickel craft;
• 999.9 sterling silver plated;
• layer thickness 24 microns;
• availability of a unique technology with registration in GOST;
• made of nickel silver material;
• an exceptional gift for aesthetes;
• in a beautiful gift box.

• no.

Ceramics

IMARI Summer fairy tale

The summer pattern is pleasing to the eye, and the presence of a gift package allows you to present a kitchen serving item as a souvenir.

• high quality ceramics;
• the composition contains solid dolomite;
• lightness and strength;
• resistance to high temperature;
• snow-white background that does not darken over time;
• a reliable layer of glaze is not subject to erasure;
• mechanical washing is allowed.

• not identified.

FEYT named "Catherine"

The usefulness of the item and the sign of attention will appeal to every recipient of the souvenir.

• bright packaging with Russian folk design;
• high quality ceramics;
• not afraid of blows;
• wear-resistant;
• does not lose the brightness of the pattern;
• optimal size;
• There is a hole for a ribbon.

• not detected.

"Krasnodar" souvenir spoon

The collection of ceramic kitchen items with the sights of cities includes more than a dozen cities. Such a souvenir will become a memorable gift and decoration of any home.

• snow-white ceramics;
• suitable for tea drinking;
• with the image of the "Royal Gate" of the Alexander Triumphal Arch;
• in memory of the historical event of 1888 - the arrival of Alexander III in Yekaterinodar;
• can be given to colleagues and loved ones as a souvenir from the holidays.

• not found.

Stainless steel models

Lefard teaspoon

The original cocktail spoon has an elegant look and decoration in the form of a cut glass crystal tip.

• the presence of gold plating;
• electroplating technology;
• made of corrosion-resistant steel;
• from the branded series "Kristall".

• question of durability.

"Beloved daughter" engraved spoon

Sometimes you want to give nice gifts to loved ones for no reason, just like that. An item with a compliment, which will always remind you of the best feelings of the giver, will come in handy.

• laser engraving;
• not subject to tarnishing and erasure;
• in a gift patterned box;
• emotional inscriptions that will tell everything about feelings themselves;
• gentle words will always cheer you up;
• suitable for daily use.

• missing.

Rating of the best souvenir spoons
1.	Silver items
	Name	Price range, rub.	Weight, grams	Size, cm
	ArgentA "Hunting"	5200÷6400	27	5,6*2,8
	ArgentA "Guardian Angel"	2500÷3200	13	8*2,8
	SOKOLOV rake	430÷620	1.31	-
	Valtera	470÷550	0.58	3
	Kubachi spoon with silver enamel	16600÷17000	79.1	-
2.	Wooden souvenir devices
	Nominal, Khokhloma	80÷120	24	5,5*19
	Matryoshka	100-150	-	18.5
3.	Melchior
	"Silver Rose" Kolchuginsky cupronickel	2200÷2900	-	20.3
4.	Ceramics
	IMARI Summer fairy tale	600÷710	-	25
	"Krasnodar" souvenir spoon	5÷80	15	13
	FEYT named "Catherine"	250÷300	30	13
5.	Stainless steel models
	Lefard with gold	150÷200	-	13.5
	"Beloved daughter" engraved spoon	200÷250	-	13.7

Conclusion

The choice of souvenirs is very rich both in terms of price range and claims for exclusivity. There are no restrictions due to the celebration, starting from Christening and ending with a present to the Boss, you can choose a decent option. There is no difference in status and age category. The greatest popularity of models remains behind silver products. Ceramic products with cities and names are also good as a gift from vacation, travel. A souvenir spoon is a universal gift for any date and for any age.Themed offerings amaze with their ingenuity, and the price range from budget options to collector's items allows you to choose an item for any wallet. You just need to decide on the material, decor and wait for the admiration of the hero of the occasion or the recipient of the original household item.