Pewter Figurine-What to Collect?

The pewter figurine is very beautiful and elegant. Some may find it expensive, but when compared to plastic and wooden figurines. But in reality, they are fairly affordable. Because it is made of metal, it has a glossy and glossy appearance, especially when it is new. And the great thing is that they look better with age! As the pewter ages, oxidation produces a grayish patina on the surface. This patina is highly desirable and cherished by collectors. So don’t polish it.

You can find different types of pewter figurines to collect. Fantasy figurines are arguably a very popular theme. This means collecting dragons, fairies, witches, elves and all other mythical creatures. Dragons in particular are a favorite of many, and in fact dragons can be a theme in their own right. You can collect European dragons and Chinese dragons. European dragons resemble large lizards with bat-like wings and are usually depicted as scary creatures that spit fire from their mouths. Chinese dragons, on the other hand, are snake-like, with long, scaly bodies.

There is also a pewter figurine of the famous character of the fantasy novel. Who can resist the Frodo the Hobbit, Gandalf, or Aragorn figurines? The Lord of the Rings trilogy is so popular that these figurines have become a favorite of many collectors. It can be a bit expensive due to the licensing fees, but it is still sought after by many because of its high collectable value.

If the fantasy figurine doesn’t suit you, there are also pewter animal figurines. What kind of animals do you have? Let’s take a look … horses, cows, eagles, pigs, and even crocodiles and otters!

Many people like to collect things as a set. And with pewter animals, you can collect a set of 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac system. This system consists of a 12-year cycle and is represented by animals every year. They are rats, cows, tigers, rabbits, dragons, snakes, horses, goats, monkeys, roosters, dogs, and pigs in that order. As some of you may not know, 2009 is the year of the ox.

There are pewters who design and sell these animals as a set. Getting the entire set at once can puncture your pockets, but it’s probably worth the price. Some pewters produce and sell only one animal each year. It’s easier with your finances, but you need 12 years to complete the set.

Is it too long? Well, as the saying goes, patience is a virtue. What’s more, good things happen to those who wait, and it’s definitely worth the wait. The value of your collection would have increased considerably by then.

Besides fantasy and animal figurines, there are also gods and divine figurines. These are more common among oriental societies. The two most famous gods are the laughing Buddha and the god of longevity. The laughing Buddha symbolizes happiness and prosperity, and the god of longevity, as the name implies, represents a long and healthy life. Both are ideal for display in the living room and are highly regarded as gifts.

Are these all? of course not.

There are many other pewter figurines that suit everyone’s tastes. Check out the figurines of Star Trek and Star Wars fantasy science novels. There are also figurines of cartoon characters, horror and legendary characters, as well as vehicle figurines such as cars, planes, boats and spaceships. The choices are endless.

You can start with whatever you like without worrying about the theme. As your interest grows, you will know better which one is for you, and from there you can be more specific about what you want in your collection.