silver

By Nick B, Ben, Devin, and Brant

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Silversmiths use mainly 4 different metals. Those metals were copper, brass, gold, and of course silver.

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Silversmiths also had a lot of tools. They used hammers, anvils, chisels, and pliers.

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Silversmiths made a variety of items. They made weapons, armor, jewelry, silverware, and decorations.

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Colonial silversmiths required the skill of an artist.

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Armor

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Swords

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Jewelry

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Silverware

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