Old Base Metal Spoons is a book written by Frederick George Hilton Price and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history, design, and manufacture of spoons made from base metals such as pewter, brass, copper, and silver-plated alloys. The book begins with an introduction to the different types of spoons and their uses throughout history. It then delves into the manufacturing techniques used to create these spoons, including casting, stamping, and forging. The author also discusses the various ...
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Old Base Metal Spoons is a book written by Frederick George Hilton Price and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history, design, and manufacture of spoons made from base metals such as pewter, brass, copper, and silver-plated alloys. The book begins with an introduction to the different types of spoons and their uses throughout history. It then delves into the manufacturing techniques used to create these spoons, including casting, stamping, and forging. The author also discusses the various materials used in the production of base metal spoons, including the alloys used to create silver-plated spoons.The book features numerous illustrations of different types of spoons, including examples from various historical periods and regions. The author provides detailed descriptions of the design elements and features of each spoon, as well as information on the makers and manufacturers of these spoons.In addition to its focus on the design and manufacture of base metal spoons, the book also includes chapters on the collecting and care of these items. The author provides advice on how to identify and evaluate spoons, as well as tips on how to clean and preserve them.Overall, Old Base Metal Spoons is a valuable resource for collectors, historians, and anyone interested in the history and design of spoons made from base metals. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, with detailed information and illustrations that make it an essential reference for anyone interested in this fascinating topic.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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