Description
Extreme detail of the White House, Mount Vernon, Washington Monument and the Capitol.
Fascinating American government memorabilia cigar ashtray with top-secret compartment. This oddity was made in Japan. It is marked on the base ‘Made in Japan.”
The artwork is fabulous. The images compel a closer look, and interesting details are found deep in the scenes. One of the interesting things we’ve noticed is the little huts on the plains behind the Washington Monument. Early American? Super nice detail in a deep 3-dimensional scene. See image 3 of the Mt. Vernon Mansion for a good look at the extreme detail.
To add to all its glory, this unique antique ashtray has a flip open compartment. The other side of the lid has serrated marks, a striker surface for stick matches. It measures 2.25″ long, 1.75″ wide and 1″ deep. The compartment features ‘The White House.’ and is in original condition with even age-patina.
Made of a heavy metal pressed thin. There is no plating. The mold was hand-made with tell-tell signs everywhere. The artwork is top-of-the-line for an ashtray. Rimmed with Rococo style roses popular in the 18th century. We can’t tell you the exact age of this ashtray, only that it is old in design and make. Measures 6 1/8″ long, 4″ at widest and 1/2″ tall. Weighs just under 1/2 lb.
Items shown in the Big Ashtray Museum are not for sale. Big Ashtray offers a large selection of antique, vintage and retro art ashtrays, plus modern-made ashtrays, for sale in the Big Ashtray shop. Click here to view available items…
