The Pewter Society was founded in 1918.
The marks on pewter can help identify it.
The Art Nouveau period produced a wealth of decorative designs in pewter.
Pewter plates and dishes were produced in huge quantities from 1650 to 1800.
Wrigglework decoration was made by 'walking' a screwdriver-like blade from corner to corner.
See pewter on display in many stately homes and museums.
The 17th century produced some of our finest pewter.
The Pewter Society
The Pewter Society was founded in 1918 as the Society of Pewter Collectors and is the second oldest society devoted to collecting specialised antiques.
Starting a collection
It doesn’t have to be expensive to start a pewter collection. Pewter has a wide scope and collectors can specialise in types or styles, periods or origins.
Journal
We publish an illustrated Journal twice a year containing articles on pewter and its makers. Most of these articles are based on research conducted by our members.
Marks on Pewter
British pewter is often unmarked. If marks are present, they can help in identifying when and where the item was made or used. Look out for pewterers' marks such as touches, labels, pseudo-hallmarks and catalogue numbers, ownership marks such as initials, monograms and coats of arms, and verification marks applied by Weights & Measures Inspectors.
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British pewter is often unmarked. If marks are present, they can help in identifying when and where the item was made or used. Look out for pewterers' marks such as touches, labels, pseudo-hallmarks and catalogue numbers, ownership marks such as initials, monograms and coats of arms, and verification marks applied by Weights & Measures Inspectors.
Find out more
How to join the society
Are you are interested in pewter and would like to join the society?
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