Antique Pewter Ice Bucket (no makers marks)

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by Malcolm, Mar 19, 2020.

  1. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    What's the test for pewter ? What % of tin does it have?
    I wasn't aware there's a test for that metal...! :wideyed:
     
  2. clutteredcloset49

    clutteredcloset49 Well-Known Member

    I was thinking the same thing, that's why I asked if pewter is supposed to be marked.
     
  3. clutteredcloset49

    clutteredcloset49 Well-Known Member

    Aluminum is a soft metal and can be easily scratched.
    But we don't have this in hand like you do.
     
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  4. i need help

    i need help Moderator Moderator

    Last edited: Mar 20, 2020
  5. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    Malcolm and i need help like this.
  6. i need help

    i need help Moderator Moderator

    They don’t show the bottom, sadly.
     
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  7. Malcolm

    Malcolm Active Member

    It's extremely easy to test pewter, I learned it years ago. just take a carpet tack and make a small scratch. pewter is extremely soft so, the scratch will have a tiny roll of metal at the base of the scratch. You don't have to press hard just lightly.
     
  8. Malcolm

    Malcolm Active Member

  9. Malcolm

    Malcolm Active Member

    I think you guys are magnificent. You may have given me the answer..... Secessionist or Arts & Crafts, but my feeling after seeing the copper & brass ice bucket sent in by "I need help" that it's Secessionist. Thanks again I love all you guys.:happy::happy::happy::happy::happy::happy:
     
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