Antique Baby silver
Apostle spoons
Many collectors of baby dolls tend to collect items that can be used with their dolls. Among items collected can be baby nursery silver. Collectors of antique dolls like to display nursery silver with their dolls. One of the most important events in life is the birth of a new baby. Historically an important event that follows is a dedication or christening. These events are a time of celebration and gifts. Families and friends come together to celebrate a new life and dedication to God. Since 15th century Europe it has been the tradition to present the baby with gifts. During this time silver apostle spoons were given. The gift tradition continued to birthdays. Among the baby silver gifts were rattles, cups, and dishes. Lucky was the baby that received all 12 apostle spoons and a 13th spoon representing Christ. These spoons
are sought by collectors for their dolls.
Silver Baby Cups.
Baby cups were often given to the new baby. You could
find them made of pottery, porcelain, copper and pewter
with silver being the choice of wealthier families. Today
these cups are highly collectible and sell if in good
condition for several hundred dollars. Doll collectors
love to place a beautiful antique baby with these cups.
There were many other items for babies such as rattles, feeding spoons, bowls and small plates. Still today you will see new gifts for baby in silver. For the little girls there are necklaces and earrings.
Baby silver is another possible addition to add interest to your doll collection.
