Description
This silver plated money box is shaped as a football, a round little keepsake in bright silver that catches the light from every angle. It is made from a metal alloy with a real silver plated finish, and the panels of the ball are picked out as they are on a match ball, with some left smooth and polished and others given a fine pebbled texture. A slot at the top takes coins, ready for the first savings to go in. It is a compact piece, 8.1cm high, 8.1cm wide and 8.3cm deep, so it sits easily in the palm of a hand and on the narrowest of shelves.
We see it as a thoughtful christening gift, and one that suits a baby or toddler up to three years old. It belongs on a nursery shelf, a chest of drawers or a windowsill, where it can be admired and topped up with coins by the grown-ups. For a family who love the game, it is a lovely way to welcome a little one. Because it is a keepsake rather than a toy, it can stay long after the first coins go in, moving from the nursery to a bedroom shelf and, years later, to a grown-up's desk.
The silver plating gives a bright, mirror-like shine on the smooth panels, while the textured panels soften the reflection and add depth to the design. As general good practice for silver plate, dust it with a soft, dry cloth and use a gentle silver cloth when it needs a lift, avoiding abrasive cleaners that could wear the plating. Keep it on a shelf out of reach of small hands, as it is a piece to look at rather than play with. For a christening, we like to tuck a first coin into the slot before it is wrapped, so the savings start on the day.
Specification
| Material |
Metal Alloy |
| Colour |
Silver |
| Finish |
Real Silverplated |
| Height |
8.1cm |
| Width |
8.1cm |
| Depth |
8.3cm |
| Weight |
0.238kg |
| Occasion |
Christening |
Frequently Asked
How big is the football money box?
It measures 8.1cm high, 8.1cm wide and 8.3cm deep, a compact size that sits comfortably on a nursery shelf or windowsill.
What is the money box made of?
It is made from a metal alloy with a real silver plated finish, giving a bright silver shine across its smooth and textured panels.
Is this a good christening gift?
Yes, we think it makes a thoughtful christening gift. It is a keepsake for a baby or toddler up to three years old to treasure for years.
Does it have a slot for coins?
Yes, there is a slot at the top of the ball for coins, so the first savings can go in from the very first day.
How should I care for the silver plating?
As general good practice for silver plate, dust it with a soft, dry cloth and use a gentle silver cloth when needed, avoiding abrasive cleaners.
Can a toddler play with it?
It is a keepsake to display rather than a toy, so we suggest keeping it on a shelf out of reach of small hands.