Step 1: Identify the alloy with Cu and Zn
Brass is an alloy of Copper (Cu) and Zinc (Zn), so $x = \text{Brass}$.
Step 2: Identify the alloy with Cu and Ni
The alloy commonly known as "UK silver coin" or "cupronickel" consists of Copper (Cu) and Nickel (Ni), so $y = \text{'Silver' UK coin}$.
Therefore, $x =$ Brass and $y =$ 'Silver' UK coin.