Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener*
The Ichthus was a symbol of Christianity in the early days of the church. The Greek translation of Ichthus is "Fish" and this symbol is still associated with Christianity and religion, drawn quietly between believers long before anyone put it on a wall.
The Silver Ichthus Bookmark and Letter Opener is a beautiful gift. Each bookmark is crafted in a polished silver finish and can be used as a letter opener as well, which is the quiet genius of it: at 5.4"L it is long enough to slide down a page and hold a place in a bible or a novel, and slim enough to open the morning post without leaving a torn edge. One gift, two jobs, and both of them done every day.
The bookmark can be engraved with a personal message or name. The engraving is done in-house by HansonEllis, in business since 1999, and the field holds six characters on a single line, so this is a piece for a first name, a short word or a set of initials. "Faith". "Grace". "Amen". A confirmation name. The name of the young person being welcomed. Six characters cut into polished silver says more on an object this size than a sentence would.
Present this gift with a bible to someone who will appreciate its significance. Give this beautiful Silver Ichthus Bookmark and Letter Opener as a confirmation or first communion gift, to a godchild, to a pastor at the end of a long season, or to the reader in the family who keeps three books going at once and loses their place in all of them.
It also belongs on a desk. The polished silver reads as an office piece rather than a novelty, so it sits well in a drawer at work, in a study, or beside the letters that still get opened by hand.
Add your engraving text above, choose your quantity, and give something that gets picked up every day.
Christian Ichthus Bookmark/Letter Opener
Size: 5.4"L
Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener at a glance
The Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener is a 5.4"L piece crafted in a polished silver finish that works as a bookmark and as a letter opener. It can be engraved with a personal message or name, done in-house by HansonEllis, with six characters on a single line, which suits a short first name, a word such as Faith or Grace, or a set of initials. It is a traditional confirmation, first communion and godparent gift, and it suits a desk as well as a bible.
Best for: confirmation, first communion and godparent gifts, and for anyone who wants one polished silver keepsake that is used at a desk and in a bible rather than kept in a box.
Who the Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener is for
- Confirmation the confirmation name engraved in six characters, presented alongside a bible.
- First communion a keepsake a child can actually use, engraved with a first name and kept for years.
- Godparents and godchildren a small, serious gift that marks the relationship rather than the occasion alone.
- Baptism and christening the child's name in polished silver, tucked into the family bible until they are old enough for it.
- Graduation for the graduate heading to a first desk, where the same piece opens post and holds a page.
- Clergy, teachers and ministry volunteers "Pastor" or a first name, as thanks at the end of a season of service.
- Christmas a stocking gift with weight to it for the reader or the churchgoer in the family.
- Mother's Day and Father's Day engraved with a name for a parent who reads a devotional every morning.
- Corporate and client gifts a polished silver desk piece with a client's initials, appropriate in a professional office.
- Anniversaries and milestones a short word such as Faith or Grace for a couple marking a year that mattered.
Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener size and materials
| Size | Approximately 5.4"L |
|---|---|
| Material | Crafted in a polished silver finish |
| What is included | One Ichthus bookmark, which doubles as a letter opener |
| Personalization | Optional engraving with a personal message or name, done in-house: one line of up to 6 characters |
| Turnaround | Standard 5–10 business days, rush 3–5, expedite 1–3, plus 2–5 days US shipping |
| Personalized by | HansonEllis, in-house, in business since 1999 |
Care and use
- Crafted in a polished silver finish, so it suits a desk, a study or a bible equally.
- At 5.4"L it doubles as a letter opener as well as a bookmark.
How the Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener is personalized
- Type your engraving text into the personalization field on this page: one line, up to 6 characters including spaces.
- Set your quantity, one per confirmand, godchild or guest, and place the order.
- HansonEllis engraves each bookmark in-house and ships it insured by UPS, FedEx or USPS with tracking emailed to you.
Engraving ideas for your bookmark
- A short first name, such as Emma, Jonah or Ruth.
- A one-word statement of faith: Faith, Grace, Hope, Amen.
- A confirmation or saint name chosen for the occasion.
- A set of initials for an adult recipient or a client.
- A short role word, such as Pastor, for someone being thanked.
Quote ideas for your Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener
- Faith
- Grace
- Hope
- Amen
- Psalm
- Bless
- Shalom
- Pastor
- Emma
- JMR
Which one should I choose
Religious keepsakes usually come down to whether the gift gets used. This one is chosen against the two things it replaces.
| Silver Ichthus Bookmark and Letter Opener, engraved | Choose it when the gift should be handled daily: it marks the page, opens the post and carries an engraved name in polished silver. |
|---|---|
| A bible or devotional on its own | Choose it when the text is the gift; the bookmark is the natural thing to present with it rather than instead of it. |
| A plain paper or ribbon bookmark | Choose it for everyday reading; it will not survive a confirmation year, and it cannot be engraved. |
Given with a bible, the engraved Silver Ichthus Bookmark and Letter Opener is the piece that is still in use ten years later.
Ordering the Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener for weddings and events
Churches and schools order the Silver Ichthus Bookmark and Letter Opener for whole confirmation and first communion classes. There is no minimum, so order exactly the number you need. When each piece should carry a different name, order the full quantity and email your list of names to [email protected] after ordering so it can be matched to your order. Church or company logos are engraved by custom order: send a vector file (.eps, .ai, .cdr, .pdf or .svg) or a high-resolution image to [email protected]; a logo setup fee applies, not every logo can be engraved, and the engraving area on this piece is small. Standard production is 5–10 business days, rush 3–5 and expedite 1–3, plus 2–5 days US shipping, so order well ahead of the ceremony. For bulk pricing, please contact [email protected].
Questions shoppers ask about the Silver Christian Ichthus (Fish) Bookmark and Letter Opener
How long is the Silver Ichthus Bookmark and Letter Opener?
It is 5.4"L, long enough to hold a place in a bible or a book and to open envelopes comfortably.
Is it a bookmark or a letter opener?
Both. Each bookmark is crafted in a polished silver finish and can be used as a letter opener as well.
What does Ichthus mean?
The Ichthus was a symbol of Christianity in the early days of the church. The Greek translation of Ichthus is "Fish", and the symbol is still associated with Christianity and religion.
How is the bookmark personalized?
It is engraved in-house by HansonEllis with a personal message or name. Type your text into the personalization field on this page.
How many characters can be engraved on it?
Six characters on one line, including spaces. That fits a short first name, a single word such as Faith or Grace, or a set of initials, but not a full verse.
Can I have a bible verse engraved on it?
A full verse will not fit in six characters on a single line. Many shoppers engrave the recipient's name and present the bookmark with the bible instead.
Can each bookmark be engraved with a different name for a confirmation class?
Yes. Order the quantity you need, then email your list of names to [email protected] after ordering so it can be matched to your order.
Can a church or company logo be engraved on it?
Logos are handled as a custom order. Email a vector file (.eps, .ai, .cdr, .pdf or .svg) or a high-resolution image to [email protected]. A logo setup fee applies and not every logo can be engraved, and this piece has a small engraving area.
Can I see a proof before it is engraved?
Yes. Proofs are optional and available on request for a $35-55 service fee per proof, and a proof adds extra days to production. Changes after a proof has been sent carry a $40 minimum updating fee, so check your spelling before ordering. Ask in the order notes or call Customer Support at 310-878-9429.
Is there a minimum order?
No. Order one for a single godchild or one for every member of a confirmation class. For bulk pricing, please contact [email protected].
How long does it take to arrive?
Standard production is 5 to 10 business days, then 2 to 5 days shipping in the US. Rush production is 3 to 5 days and expedite is 1 to 3 days. Order well ahead of a confirmation or first communion date.
Can I return it, and do you ship internationally?
Engraved bookmarks are made to order and are final sale unless defective; unengraved ones can be returned within 14 days. International shipping is by request, cannot be rushed, and is quoted by email at [email protected].
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Updated September 2026 by the HansonEllis personalization team.
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