English Pewter Company Sheffield has long had a tradition and industry based on metalwork, silverwork and cutlery. In 1977 Alan and Robert Shaw set up the English Pewter Company. With a commitment to quality, service and price they soon became the UK's largest manufacturer of quality pewter giftware.
Pewter Pewter, an easily worked alloy, has been in use in Britain for near on 2000 years. Pewter remained a cottage industry until 1770 when a new pewter alloy which used Antimony and Copper instead of Lead was developed in Sheffield, it became known as Britannia metal and was capable of being given a bright polish.
Single 8oz Highball Spirit Glass Crafted from high-polished lead-free pewter, the 4th most precious metal in common usage, these stunning highball glasses are the perfect gift for that loved one who enjoys a tipple and has a keen eye for style. The glass stands at 126mm tall, with a capacity of 225ml and features an expertly crafted pewter base to add both eye-catching style and a very satisfying weight. Being made from high quality pewter, the tumbler will not tarnish and makes an ideal gift for mixologists that will endure for years to come, and will arrive in a black presentation box.