Silver

Silver

silver is a metallic chemical element with the chemical symbol Ag and atomic number 47. Silver is a soft white lustrous transition metal.

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cast

Metals; Silver

A technique for producing a solid decorative motif or form in silver from a mould.

canteen

Metals; Silver

Originally described a set of bespoke-made articles used for eating, drinking and personal hygiene whilst travelling; latterly, the general term for a service of flatware and cutlery.

candelabrum

Metals; Silver

A multi-light candlestick often loaded with pitch for stability. 18th – 19th century.

caddy spoon

Metals; Silver

A small spoon designed in the mid-17th century for measuring tea into a teapot.

bruise

Metals; Silver

An accidental indentation or dent to silver.

britannia

Metals; Silver

A standard of silver defined by law as 958. 3 parts pure silver in a 1000. The britannia standard was introduced in 1697 in the uk to halt the widespread melting down of sterling standard silver ...