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Silver has more value than pewter. Silver is an element that is mined and is considered a precious metal. Pewter is an alloy or blend of tin and other metals, sometimes including lead.

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Does pewter tableware increase in value better than sterling silver tableware?

Pewter may not increase in value any more thatn sterling silver tableware, however, pewter is relatively more easy to maintain and clean.


What is worth more pewter or silver?

silver


Is pewter worth anything?

The value of pewter can vary depending on factors such as age, rarity, and maker. Antique pewter pieces or those from renowned makers may have higher value to collectors. Generally, pewter does not command high prices compared to other precious metals like silver or gold.


Which does not belong gold silver pewter or lead?

Pewter. Gold, Silver, and lead are all pure elements, where as pewter is an alloy. What this has to do with PKmon, I don't know~


What is the value of pewter in general and the value of old pewter mugs?

The value of pewter in general is a great deal less than the value of gold because a pewter object may contain nearly about 95% tin. The other 5% may be a combination of materials including bismuth or lead. As to the value of old pewter mugs, the value is in that of the maker of the piece and the date of the piece. For example, a mug made and signed by Paul Revere would be more valuable than an unsigned piece of the same period. The general value of any antique item is usually the amount a buyer is willing to pay to acquire a piece.


Can pewter be silver plated?

Yes, pewter can be silver plated. This process involves applying a thin layer of silver onto the surface of the pewter through a method called electroplating or through a physical deposition process. This gives the pewter an appearance similar to silver while still retaining its original characteristics.


Does Pewter jewelry tarnish?

Yes, it does. Antique pewter contains lead and will tarnish more and more quickly than "modern" lead-free pewter. Lead-containing pewter is recognizable by its darker silver-grey color. Modern pewter tarnishes slowly and evenly. Its patina is often considered an enhancement to its appearance, but if you want to remove the tarnish, you can use a pewter polish, cleaning soda, or other material (don't use silver polish or standard tarnish remover formulations).


What is sterling pewter?

Sterling Pewter is a poorman's silver. Circa Revolutionary War.


What is the value of pewter per ounce?

Yes ! Pewter the value depending of the purity and if it is a certified collection antique piece, it can cost more that gold per ounce; "wake up" yes pewter has very much value if it is pure quality and is a collection piece... Pewter can cost from $10.00 to thousands per ounce... See website " Living Life Enterprises Presents " for more information for the best answer to the Consumer... Happy Holidays...


What does silver and bronze mixed together make?

When silver and bronze are mixed together, they create a type of alloy known as pewter. Pewter has a warm, muted color that falls between silver and bronze. It is commonly used in decorative items and tableware.


How long has pewter been used in jewelry?

The Pewter it is a precious metal for germany people, it's more better that silver in germany country their call alpacar! from the years 1700's !


Can you get the rainbow wing in silver?

yes. after you get to pewter city there is an old man on a hill at the far right corner of pewter city. talk to him then you got the silver wing.