Peltrato 90% Pewter Water Wine Pitcher ?? but it looks brass?

By kellytrevan, 21 July, 2014
Description

I am very confused now as the ones ive found are identical to this but they are stamped 90% peltrao (pewter) mine is not and appears to be brass? any help appreciated thankyou

Category
Other
Medium
90 % Pewter ...Brass?
Distinguishing marks
Made in Italy
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
16"
Date Period
18th century
Weight
1 pound
Price Paid (If known)
$2 garage sale
For Sale?
Yes
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Lovejoy

10 years 5 months ago

These are generic items, the base metal often plated in bronze or brass to give it the appearance of being solid brass or bronze. You can test it by taking a nail file and scratching the under side of the base, if the scratch reveals a silvery grey colour under the brass them is pewter or some other base pot metal.

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kellytrevan

10 years 5 months ago

Thankyou! You are correct it is silver underneath, another question if you know it's value please? :-)

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Phoenixguy1954

10 years 5 months ago

Vintage Victorian Style Spelter Ewer Cherubs Classic Figures Metal T

looks like they are worth around $100..00 just have to have patience it will get that. less if your in a hurry for cash.. Good Luck.

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