What’s Britannia Metal?

Britannia metal is a blend of tin, antimony, and copper used for household items. Elkington & Company developed electroplating, making silver-plated Britannia metalware successful. It’s stronger than tin, easier to work with, and commonly used for silver-plated utensils and teapots. Britannia metal is a blend of tin, food and copper commonly used in household items. […]

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