Richard Thomas — Two decades of hands-on sourcing bring families keepsake christening medals worth passing down
Background
For over eighteen years I have sourced and evaluated christening medals for families marking a childs baptism. My work centers on precious metal grading, engraving quality, and religious iconography accuracy across French and European workshops. I started as a buyer for a Lyon jewelry house before focusing exclusively on christening and baptism keepsakes, building relationships with silversmiths who still hand-finish medallions the traditional way.
How I Test
Every medal I recommend passes through my own hands first. I check hallmark authenticity, clasp durability, and chain gauge under magnification, then compare weight and finish against samples from at least three suppliers. I request production samples before any bulk listing, verify nickel-free composition for infant safety, and track customer return patterns to catch quality drift early. Nothing reaches this shop without that direct inspection.
My Promise
My expertise covers sterling silver and gold-plated medallions, religious engraving traditions, and gift presentation standards for baptism ceremonies. I commit to sourcing pieces that meet strict metal purity and craftsmanship benchmarks, rejecting suppliers whose quality slips. Every recommendation on this site reflects what I would genuinely choose for my own family, not merely what sells fastest.
Get in Touch
Questions about a specific medal or engraving option? Write to me directly and I will answer personally. contact@baptismgifts.co.uk
