It is common tradition for these wonderful keepsakes to be passed from one generation to the next, with each child leaving his own fingerprint with every playful movement. These sterling silver rattles and teethers also offer comfort to the ailing child through those difficult times of teething with their cooling sensation and unbreakable surface. Our research revealed that sterling silver has been used throughout ancient history, dating before Christ, as a healing agent due to its unique antibiotic properties.