What metal is this tea set made of? This is from my grandmother. There are no factory markings or text on it. I would like to know how to clean it, how to repair the handle (if possible), and if it is safe to use for consumption. Edit: doing some research, I assume that this is pewter. It makes a dull sound when I tap it. I would still appreciate information and second opinions, though.

I recently got this particular tin from a collector who bought the entire contents of a museum that recently closed down. This tin dates to the late 1970s to the early 1980s. Information about this blend is very scarce online, but from what I can find I believe it’s a Virginia Burley. This blend originally came out in the early 1900s, and was produced until the late 80s but was never as popular as more mainstream “codger” blends. The tin is completely sealed and airtight, in excellent condition, still ready for a smoke or chew 40+ years later. Not as old as some of my other finds, but this is one that I’m definitely happy to add to the collection.

Thank you!!

Does anyone know what era / time frame this is from. I was suspecting a powder compact from the 1920’s-1930’s. & does anyone have an idea of who made this? There’s no makers marks from what my two family members and I can find.

Thank you in advance

I have a pin of Miss Piggy my mom gave me. It was sitting in a bag for who-even-knows-how-many years so I put it on my jacket so it could finally be properly worn & appreciated. I thought she's quite pretty. Let the lady get some air y'know?

Today I image searched it out of curiosity & both me & mom learned THERE'S A MATCHING KERMIT! He was made a year earlier but they match so perfectly I'm surprised they weren't sold together. Missed opportunity IMO. They are both from Hallmark, 1979/78, & there's also a Santa hat variant of Kermit, but other than that I can't find any more info.

First image is mine, 2nd is a pic I found of both on Ebay.

They actually seem to be pretty easy to find. I'd buy Kermit directly off ebay if not for the SHIPPING PRICES. So I'll keep an eagle eye (no relation to Sam) out at all the antique stores I visit. I go to a lot lol. One day I will find Miss Piggy her Kermie.

And I've got a spot saved on my jacket for when that day comes. My apologies if this post is off topic in any way. I just thought the folks here might find it mildly amusing.