This is a European-made serving tong in a scissor style. I purchased it when I was collecting silver cutlery and have stored it at home for a long time. The handle has a ring shape, and it is also called a scissor tong. It can be used for serving salads, cakes, cookies, pastries, and even meats, and has a different charm from ordinary stainless steel tongs. There are various scissor tongs, from antique silver-plated items with delicate workmanship to vintage items from the 1940s to 1970s, but this one has a simple design that is easy to use daily. It has discoloration and blackening due to long-term storage in a box. It is stamped "EP ZINC ALLOY," which often indicates that it is a product made of zinc alloy with electroplated silver, but I am not an expert, so the details are unknown. If it is silver-plated, I think the shine and luster will return if you polish it with a silver-specific cleaner. (The actual item has more shine on the spoon part than in the photos. I am busy, so I will sell it as is without polishing.) However, even in its blackened state, it has an antique and vintage feel, so it can also be used for display or as a prop for photography. As it is a vintage item with a unique scissor-like shape, I think it would be good to consider using it in a way that suits you for various purposes. I am sorry that I cannot respond to requests for price reductions. [Product Details] Scissor tong (scissor-type tong) Made in Italy? Size: Approximately 26.5 cm long x 6 cm wide x 4 cm deep Spoon part: Approximately 6 x 9 cm Silver-plated cutlery (silver plating/silver coating)? The type of metal is unknown. In addition to blackening, there are also fine scratches, scuffs, stains, and stains on the inside of the spoon due to aging. I hope that those who understand that this is a vintage item that has been stored at home for a long time, an old tool that has passed through time, and those who can appreciate the scratches, damage, and stains will consider purchasing it. There are no smokers or pets. #silverplate #silverware #servingtong #silver #antique #tong #nickel silver #brocante #vintage #SILVER