(2) Wellner Stainless Steel Utensils. Pair of vintage silver-plated serving utensils consisting of a large tong spoon and a decorative pierced fork with a fleur-de-lis inspired design. Marked on stems.

Largest Size: 10 x 2 1/8 x 1 1/8 in. 

Wellner is a renowned German manufacturer founded by Christian Gottlieb Wellner in 1854, becoming one of the most significant producers of silver-plated and stainless steel cutlery in Europe. The company gained international fame for its "Alpacca-Silber" and "Original-Wellner-Silber" lines, which were favored by luxury hotels, ocean liners, and railway dining cars for their durability and elegant designs. Their pieces are often recognized by the iconic elephant hallmark, a symbol of the "ivory-like" strength of their base metals. Today, Wellner items remain highly sought after by collectors who appreciate the heavy silver plating and high-quality craftsmanship characteristic of the brand’s peak production years.

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