Pewter and Metal Giftware History: Pewter was introduced into Britain around the 2nd century A.D. by the Romans and is mentioned at least twice in the Bible. The Romans used pewter for seals of office and other small devices. The Roman occupation of Britain had much to do with securing the English tin, copper and lead mines of Cornwall - The greatest in the world at the time.
By Act of Parliament in 1503 all pewter manufacturers were required to strike their maker's mark on their wares. This was to enable identification to be made when checks were carried out at local fairs.
By the seventeenth century there was scarcely a household in Britain that did not possess some items of pewter; plates, bowls, candlesticks, buttons - everyday items. In the 1930's, England became world renown for fine pewter craftsmanship, which was the result of their high production and design standards, established guidelines and rigorous testing procedures. Today pewter items are enjoying an enormous revival, both consumer and craftsman have rediscovered the glowing beauty and practical function of fine pewter. Around the globe pewter is enjoying a Renaissance that grows each year.
All our jewellery and giftware is for sale at well below R.R.P with a genuine 14 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE and free delivery on many items... 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed!
Nuttalls of Chester Ltd offer easy payment terms on all purchases over £100.00 and Low Interest Credit Facilities on purchase over £500. Email sales@nuttallsofchester.co.uk or call (+44) 01244 852 522 or (+44) 01244 852 500 to find out more information, or view more details online.
Our Gift Packaging
All items will usually be packaged in quality NUTTALLS of CHESTER Ltd brand packaging and will be further packaged for delivery.
we only sell excellent quality jewellery and giftware - exactly the same as that found in the best 'high street' stores, with all our items offered for sale priced extremely low compared to genuine recommended, and not over inflated, retail selling prices. They are also described as accurately as conditions allow, without 'exaggerated' or 'false' claims regarding colours, clarity, sizes and weights, and confirm to all trading standard recommendations and British Jewellery Association guidlines.
