PEWTER
Pewter is a malleable
metal alloy, up to 99 % tin, mixed with copper, antomony,
bismuth, silver or lead
and has a blueish tint , has a low melting point, 170 degree.
The name pewter is a
variation of the word spelter, the term for zink alloys.
Pewter was first used
in the Bronze Age, earliest found piece in an Egyptian
tomb dated from 1450
BC.
A higher lead content makes
the metal alloy heavier, will tarnish faster, and air gives it
a
darker silver gray
color. It was used as tableware by the ancient world until
glass
making came about in
the 18th century. Pewter continued to be used to male
whale oil
lamps, candle holders
and decorative items.
Wikipedia.
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