Pewter is an alloy consisting of mostly tin and it is the fourth most precious metal.

It also has very small amounts of antimony and copper which is added

mainly for strength and/or colour.

This tea cup is embellished with 3D motifs adorned with Flowers of the Four Seasons, namely orchid, bamboo, chrysanthemum and plum blossom representing Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter respectively. These flowers allude to the passing of time and the changes in nature. Orchid symbolises integrity; chrysantemum, nobility; plum, perseverance and bamboo, longevity.