Britannia metal

Britannia metal (also called britannium, Britannia ware, or Vickers White Metal) is a specific type of pewter alloy, favoured for its silvery appearance and smooth surface. The composition by weight is typically about 92–93% tin, 5–6% antimony, and 2% copper. Some sources use the terms "Britannia metal" and "britannium" to mean different things.

Britannia metal is usually spun rather than cast, and melts at 255 °C (491 °F).

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