pewter shell plates

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vintage pewter shell-shaped dishes perfect for displaying soap, jewelry, or for leaving your keys in. pewter is an alloy metallic material that has been in use since the roman ages ! pewter is generally mostly tin material, mixed in with some copper or antimony to make the material harder. post-roman era, pewter fell into disuse until the 12th century, when monks began to perfect the craft again. in the 17th and 18th centuries, pewter became quite popular and was a staple in most households. approx Ø13 x H2cm Show more