Publisher's Synopsis
The Pewter Collector by H.J.L.J. Masse is a comprehensive guide to collecting and identifying pewter. The book covers the history of pewter, its manufacturing process, and the different types of pewter objects that have been produced over the years. The author provides detailed information on the marks and symbols used to identify pewter objects, as well as tips for cleaning and caring for pewter. The book also includes a glossary of terms and a list of resources for further research. With its wealth of information and beautiful illustrations, The Pewter Collector is a must-have for anyone interested in pewter collecting or antique metalwork.1921. A guide to English Pewter with some reference to foreign work with numerous illustrations including the touches from four of the touch plates in the possession of the Pewterers' Company. Contents: On Collecting; Rubbings; Displaying Pewter; As to the Cleaning and Repairing of Pewter; A Few Don'ts; The Craft of the Pewterer; The Standards of Pewter; The Ornamentation and Decoration of Pewter; Pewter in the Home; Church Pewter; Pewter Marks; List of the Names of Pewterers; The Touch Plates; and Prices.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
