Rattles with whistles, with the application of corals, were among the objects and toys which were commonly offered to children on the day of their baptism, which was considered to be their first big party.

Credits: Museu Quinta das Cruzes.

(pormenor) Apito / Roca| Inglaterra | c. 1760-1770 | Marcas: inglesas, contraste da cidade de Londres (?) | Marca de ourives: Richard Norman (?) | Prata dourada relevada e incisa, coral | C. 17,5 cm | MQC 1704
© Pedro Clode, 2009