What metal am I ?

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by johnnycb09, Jun 30, 2022.

  1. johnnycb09

    johnnycb09 Well-Known Member

    Hi all.Wasnt sure if this is the right category but here goes . I bought this adorable thing on ebay HOPING it might be silver but doubt it is. More like pewter given the weight. Its 4 1/2 inches long,2 1/2 wide,2 inches high. All the detail on it throws me off thinking some souvenir tat,but Im often wrong ! Any input is always appreciated.
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    johnnycb09, Jun 30, 2022
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  2. kraftblue

    kraftblue Well-Known Member

    Stamps? Snuff? Coins?
     
    kraftblue, Jun 30, 2022
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  3. johnnycb09

    johnnycb09 Well-Known Member

    Stamps I think.Its oval inside. I found one example like mine in brass but he didnt know who either. He is in England though. Its a start.Found a few others,all in England so Im guessing English ! None knows who,and none in the same color as mine.
     
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    johnnycb09, Jun 30, 2022
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  4. Lucille.b

    Lucille.b Well-Known Member

    My guess is pewter.
     
    Lucille.b, Jun 30, 2022
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  5. johnnycb09

    johnnycb09 Well-Known Member

    I think you're right.I was hoping silver plated bronze,cause Im not a fan of pewter.Usually,but this thing is cute !
     
    johnnycb09, Jun 30, 2022
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  6. Figtree3

    Figtree3 What would you do if you weren't afraid?

    Yes, it is cute!
     
    Figtree3, Jun 30, 2022
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  7. pearlsnblume

    pearlsnblume Well-Known Member

    For cigs? I don't know if they would fit in there.
    Is that a mouse or a rat on top> EEEEK:eek:
     
    pearlsnblume, Jun 30, 2022
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  8. Debora

    Debora Well-Known Member

    Cunning!

    Debora
     
    Debora, Jun 30, 2022
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  9. Paul W

    Paul W Active Member

    If it does not test as silver (or silver plate) then I will guess it's nickel silver (which has no silver content). Nickel silver tarnishes a lot like silver, which that piece appears to have done.
     
    Paul W, Jul 5, 2022
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