These rare salt cellars from the estate of Kaiser Wilhelm II., crafted around 1880 in Berlin, are among the rarest silver objects of the imperial table. Made from 900 grade silver, they feature an exceptional design: two gilded shell bowls, connected by a finely crafted eagle handle, resting on four claw feet – a symbolic design embodying power and representation.

The reverse bears the stamp of the renowned silversmith Sy & Wagner, court purveyor to the imperial house, whose works are known for their highest quality and artistic execution. Particularly noteworthy is the engraved monogram “WR” for Wilhelm Rex, referring to Wilhelm, Prince of Prussia, later Kaiser Wilhelm II.. A corresponding provenance note can be found in the catalog of the great Prussia auction of 2002, which documents comparable pieces with an identical coat of arms.

Weighing approx. 100 g/bowl and with dimensions of approx. 11 × 5 × 6 cm, the salt cellars are in excellent condition. Due to their small size and exclusive use, such pieces are extremely rare – only a few examples have ever been publicly offered, including at the important Prussia auction in 2002.

The set also includes two (small) spoons, one made of gold and the other of silver (length: approx. 11 cm, approx. 13 g heavy). Also included are two very small salt spoons (length: approx. 6.5 cm, 4 g heavy). All four have the monogram of Wilhelm II.

A true highlight for collectors of imperial silver, Prussian memorabilia, and representative objects from the possession of Wilhelm II. – with high historical and artistic significance.

All 6 pieces are stored in an extremely high-quality casket made of piano lacquer, with the corresponding inserts.