The gift of a piece of silver for a new baby is an idea that dates back to the 18th century. Many people gave a small shallow bowl called "a porringer," or a bowl with a spout called a "papboat." ...

The idea of giving a piece of silver to a new baby dates back to the 18th Century. Many people gave a small, shallow bowl called a porringer or a bowl with a spout called a papboat. Others sent a ...