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What is a Wilton Armetale?
Wilton Armetale Company is a family-owned and family-run business founded in 1892 by Ralph P. Wilton, Sr. in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Wilton Armetale® products are still individually cast and meticulously hand-finished so no two pieces are exactly alike.
Who is the producer of Armetale?
The Wilton family company is the producer of Armetale. The company began in approximately 1893. Throughout the years Wilton has closed areas of their business and opened others, many times renaming and moving the company’s location. At the time they began producing Armetale, in 1963, they were known as the Wilton Brass Company.
What is Armetale?
Armetale is a trade name for a mixture of aluminum-based alloys formed into serving items. It is sometimes mistaken for pewter as it has a similar appearance. Armetale can be found in such things as mugs, coasters, platters or plates. This company also created and sold an Armetale Christmas tree ornament each year, between 1978 and 1989.
Will Armetale® products crack or chip?
ARMETALE® products are also durable and will not crack, chip or dent under normal usage. Each ARMETALE® product is a solid piece of metal with no coating applied. Our product comes in two finishes – one finish is a high polish similar to silver and the other is a matte finish similar to pewter.
What is Armetale used for?
Armetale® metal is a unique, non-toxic aluminum-based alloy, making it ideal for cooking and entertaining. Hot foods cooked and served in Wilton Armetale® products stay hot longer. Cold foods and drinks served in Wilton Armetale® products stay cold longer.
Who is the founder of Armetale?
This company was a collaboration between Mr. Frederick M. Wilton and his nephew, Mr. Ralph (Bud) Wilton. In 1963 this company developed another metal from an aluminum based alloy which it called ‘Armetale’. By the late 1960s the ‘Armetale’ brand products overshadowed the brass offerings.
Can Armetale go in the oven?
Wilton Armetale® pieces can withstand temperatures up to 1200°F, so you don’t have to worry about putting it in the oven, on top of the stove or on the grill. It is durable (won’t crack, chip or dent), oven/freezer/refrigerator safe (goes from the freezer, to the oven, to the table!), and is easy to care for and clean (requires no polishing).
How do you clean Wilton Armetale serveware?
Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately. Capacity: 64oz. Overall Product Weight: 4.2lb. Designed and crafted by hand, Wilton Armetale Serveware products are as functional as they are beautiful, and made to last a lifetime.
What is Armetale® metal?
Metal – Armetale® metal is a unique, non-toxic aluminum-based alloy, making it ideal for cooking and entertaining. • Hot foods cooked and served in Wilton Armetale® products stay hot longer. • Cold foods and drinks served in Wilton Armetale® products stay cold longer.