Spelter
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Spelter, while sometimes used merely as a synonym for zinc, is often used to identify a zinc alloy. In this sense it might be an alloy of equal parts copper and zinc, i.e. a brass, used for hard soldering and brazing, or as an alloy, containing lead, that is used instead of bronze. In this usage it was common for many 19th-century cheap, cast articles such as candlesticks and clock cases and early 20th-century Art Nouveau ornaments and Art Deco figures.
The word 'pewter' is thought to be derived from the word 'spelter'.[1] Zinc ingots formed by smelting might also be termed spelter.
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Thank you for that Puffin, I have often wondered what it was, but was too scared to ask.
I used to have an issue regarding having an inferiority complex, I no longer have an issue with being inferior.
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I had to look it up for the missus, thought it may be of interest to someone.
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Hamster Count 55. Then so far this year 0 to the Deus.
Denarius Count 7. Then so far this year 0.
Hamster Count 55. Then so far this year 0 to the Deus.
Denarius Count 7. Then so far this year 0.
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Puffin wrote:I had to look it up for the missus, thought it may be of interest to someone.
You were right, and," if only one person benefits from anothers search for knowledge, that search was worthwhile".
Where did that come from ?
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A Lucid moment I sure, LoL
Deus, XP GMP, CS 4Pi, Canon 450d, Garmin GPS, PAS Self Recorder.
Hamster Count 55. Then so far this year 0 to the Deus.
Denarius Count 7. Then so far this year 0.
Hamster Count 55. Then so far this year 0 to the Deus.
Denarius Count 7. Then so far this year 0.