What is Pewter?

Pewter is a prized alloy manufactured from tin, with a small amount of copper and antimony added to give it strength. Considered the world's fourth most precious metal after platinum, gold and silver, its ability to withstand time and its shiny brilliance gives it great value, particularly so when shaped into plates, goblets, figurines, etc. Unlike silver, pewter does not require polishing or any other special care. It does not rust, tarnish or deteriorate in any way over time. Amherst Pewter is the highest quality pewter available today, with a whopping 97% tin content!

Since our pewter products are hand made in Malaysia specially for us, and Malaysia is the largest producer of tin in the world, our pewter is the highest quality pewter available anywhere! Any items used to consume food or drink are certified lead-free.