This is a pewter cup from the early 1900s, originally used in the Netherlands for desserts, nuts, and sugar. It was a type often presented to "guests" in middle-class and upper-class homes, so it was more of a "special dish" than a daily necessity. Pewter is primarily made of tin and has a specific gravity about twice that of glass, giving it a surprisingly substantial weight. This makes it stable on a table and less likely to tip over if bumped. Even just placing small dried flowers or potpourri in it can transform the atmosphere of a space. Under typical Japanese living room lighting (warm to intermediate color LEDs or fluorescent lights of about 200-500 lux), the pewter's characteristic dark gray takes on a subtle warmth, creating soft shadows that black cannot achieve. Under warmer lighting, similar to incandescent bulbs, the edges and curves of the cup will have a pale highlight, complementing coffee-colored tables and wood grain beautifully. Conversely, under slightly bluer lighting, such as daylight or cool white, the cool gray is emphasized, making it easy to match with Scandinavian interiors or monotone rooms. In terms of size, it can hold about 10-15 sugar cubes, a single serving of nuts, or about 5-10 rings or earrings. It has a "just right" volume for both practical use and display. While there are fine scratches and dullness from aging, this is part of the unique character of pewter, giving it a depth of expression that a brand-new item cannot achieve. By not polishing it too much and displaying it as is, you can easily recreate the atmosphere of an antique shop.