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Metals

Of or pertaining to any element, compound or alloy that conducts both heat and electricity.

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regency

Metals; Silver

Silver associated with the regency (1811-1820) of George, Prince of Wales (later King George IV); also term for the prevalent style of the period.

porringer

Metals; Silver

A small, two handled bowl or cup sometimes with a cover and on a low foot. Mid 17th- early 18th century.

provincial silver

Metals; Silver

Any silver hallmarked outside the principal assay offices.

plique à jour

Metals; Silver

The technique of enamelling using wires within the enamel to create translucent effect similar to stained glass.

plate

Metals; Silver

A traditional term of articles wrought in silver and gold (from Spanish plata). Following the development of Sheffield Plate in the early 18th century, the term was ...

paul de lamerie

Metals; Silver

The leading 18th century London silversmith of Huguenot origin famed for his work in the elaborate Rococo style often in Britannia standard. Examples of his work are highly sought ...