Germany, Imperial. A Set of Kaiser Wilhelm II Silver Cutlery

(Silberbesteck). A cutlery set from one of Kaiser Wilhelm II private residences; A spoon constructed of silver, the obverse presents an arabesque detailing at the shoulders, with a fluted stem and arabesque detailed handle with a central monogram of Kaiser Wilhelm II, ending with an arabesque tip, the reverse mimics the front, the handle bears the silver content mark of a crown and “800”, the maker mark “SY & WAGNER” and the date “1895”, measuring 185 mm (l) x 38.47 mm (w);

A fork constructed of silver, the obverse presents an arabesque detailing at the neck, with a fluted stem and arabesque detailed handle with a central monogram of Kaiser Wilhelm II, ending with an arabesque tip, the reverse mimics the front, the handle bears the silver content mark of a crescent moon, unidentified symbols and “800”, and the maker mark “H. J. Wilm”, measuring 176 mm (l) x 23.58 mm (w), extremely fine with obvious signs of wear.