RPW WILTON ARMETALE PORRINGER STYLE CANDLE HOLDER SET VINTAGE 1970’s

A Set of 2 candle holders with the original finish. Made by RPW Wilton, of PA The Wilton casting company developed and patented a new metal alloy, registered as Armetale in 1963. Wilton Armetale is a fusion of 10 different metals, a sand-cast alloy that looks similar to pewter, but does not contain silver or pewter. It has the warmth and patina of fine pewter. It is non-toxic, food-safe metal that looks like pewter but it is stronger, more durable and has superior heat + cold retention ability. Armetale metal has been analyzed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and an independent third party laboratory and conforms to guidelines for the safe handling of food and beverages. The tarnish-resistant alloy will not crack, chip, or dent; and its ability to retain temperatures makes it versatile for heating, chilling, and serving. Wilton Armetale's products were produced by using an ancient painstaking process called sand molding, whereby an impression formed in sand is filled with molten metal. Since items are individually cast and meticulously hand-finished, no two pieces are exactly alike. Each candle holder is 6.1/2’ long including handle, 4.1/2” across; 1” tall, hand finished on the upper side to achieve vintage pewter look. Both candle holders are in excellent condition. Do not put in a dishwasher, or in a hot oven or the metal will darken and look dull.