Monthly Archive for June, 2010

Shop News for June 2010

Events & Announcements

The Pewter Collectors Club of America held its annual Spring meeting in Concord, NH, May 21-23. Everyone had the chance to inspect the pewter collections at the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester and the NH Historical Society in Concord. Pewter enthusiasts were able to see and handle over 400 pieces of 18th and 19th century pewter!

On Sunday, the 23rd, PCCA members traveled to Gibson Pewter in Hillsborough Center to watch metal spinning and casting demonstrations by Club members, Wayne Hilt and myself. The weather was spectacular and a good time was had by one and all! If you are interested in antique pewter, consider joining the PCCA today!

Remember the Hillsborough Area Artisans Spring into Summer Artisans’ Faire here in Historic Hillsborough Center, NH this weekend (Saturday and Sunday, June 12 & 13 from 10am to 4 pm, rain or shine) Over 30 juried artists will display their offerings. there will also be live entertainment, demonstrations, a craft raffle and food. Bring the entire family. Admission is FREE.

Antique of the Month

This month, I’m offering a wonderful unmarked antique 3 and 7/16″ American porringer with Old English handle( circa 1800). The porringer has a strong linen mark and great turning marks on the underside of the bowl.

In very fine condition, it is offered at $295. A fine addition to any pewter collection.

My Latest Project

Speaking of antiques. This month I am thrilled to announce the acquisition of an extremely rare and early 18th century bronze spoon mold which has engraving in the mold.

The top of the spoon mold is engraved with a royal portrait of Queen Anne circa 1704-1711 and the underside has a fanciful line and scroll pattern. Finished examples should be ready next month. Stay tuned!

Dad’s Day Is Almost Here

If I didn’t’ already have one of every Gibson Pewter piece, I think i’d love it if my girls gave me a set of the Jumbo Coasters. They’ve become a real favorite since I introduced them late last year.

It’s handy to spread them around the house to host a hot or cold drink, as you pass from room to room. the kind of gift that everyone can enjoy.

Place Your Order Today! Call (603) 464-3410

Monthly Raffle Winner

This month’s raffle winner is Roger Anderson, Washington State. What a nice gift for the lady in your life Roger!

For our May raffle gift, we’re offering our Turtle Earrings in honor of and solidarity with ocean creatures and wildlife that struggle in these turbulent times.

Anyone who registers in the box in the left-hand corner of the website receives periodic updates about our new products and promotions, and those names are among those we select from each month.

May 2010 Raffle Winner

May’s raffle winner of our Butterfly Earrings was Roger Anderson, Washington State. What a nice gift for the lady in your life Roger!

Butterfly Earrings For our June raffle gift, we’re offering our Turtle Earrings in honor of and solidarity with ocean creatures and wildlife that struggle in these turbulent times.

Anyone who registers in the box in the left-hand corner of the website receives periodic updates about our new products and promotions, and those names are among those we select from each month.

18th Century Bronze Spoon Mold

I am thrilled to announce the acquisition of an extremely rare and early 18th century bronze spoon mold which has engraving in the mold.

The top of the spoon mold is engraved with a royal portrait of Queen Anne circa 1704-1711 and the underside has a fanciful line and scroll pattern. Finished examples should be ready next month. Stay tuned!

Pewter Collectors Club of America meets at Gibson Pewter

Jon metal spinning at the lathe The Pewter Collectors Club of America held its annual Spring meeting in Concord, NH, May 21-23. Everyone had the chance to inspect the pewter collections at the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester and the NH Historical Society in Concord. Pewter enthusiasts were able to see and handle over 400 pieces of 18th and 19th century pewter!

Wayne Hilt finishing a spoon On Sunday, the 23rd, PCCA members traveled to Gibson Pewter in Hillsborough Center to watch metal spinning and casting demonstrations by Club members, Wayne Hilt and myself. The weather was spectacular and a good time was had by one and all! If you are interested in antique pewter, consider joining the PCCA today!

Wayne and lily

American Porringer with Old English Handle

American Porringer with Old English Handle



Bowl: 3 7/16″

Price: $295.00

Product code: an005

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This month, I’m offering a wonderful unmarked antique American 3 7/16″ porringer with Old English handle( circa 1800). The porringer has a strong linen mark and great turning marks on the underside of the bowl.

American Porringer with Old English Handle - detail 1 In very fine condition. A marvelous addition to any pewter collection. (click on thumbnail image to view details)

American Porringer with Old English Handle - detail 1

Casting a Colonial Midrib Spoon – Video Demonstration

In this demonstration, Jon shows how the Colonial Midrib Spoon is made by pouring molten, lead-free pewter, into an antique (circa 1750) bronze spoon mold. The pewter, an alloy of 92% tin, 1% copper and 7% antimony, is heated to a temperature of 550 F, and then ladled into the antique mold. Those spoons which are imperfect castings are consigned to the pot, in the time-honored spirit of recycling, to be re-cast another day.