Posted 6 years ago
kwqd
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This ashtray measures 4" long x 3.5" wide x 2.5" high. This went on the shelf at GW today as I was standing a couple of feet away. I snatched it up immediately. It reminded me of the cigar ashtray that I posted a few months ago:
https://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/254267-diamond-matches-cigar-caddy
This one is different, no match holder, just slots for a cigar and a couple of sizes of cigarettes or cheroots. There is no writing on this one and it looks brand new, whereas the other one had a lot of wear. It was turn of the century, I think. Not sure what to think about this one. Still looking for images of a similar one. Calling it a mystery until I do. My fourth cool find of the day. I found two other pieces, but not planning to post them unless research shows they are worth posting.
Update: Found it at www.bigashtray.com an online ashtray museum and store.
Neat, a Swiss Army ashtray.
Looks like something Visol Callisto would have made?
@Toyrebel - Exactly! Thanks for your comment!
@Dizzydave - Thanks, it does look like his work. I wasn't familiar with him so had a nice time researching him.
Here is a link to where I identified it:
https://www.bigashtray.com/product/cigaro-ashtray-by-kaj-franck-nuutajarvi-finland-vintage-with-sticker/
Thanks for loving my Nuutajarvi ashtray!
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Here are some images with the sticker still on:
https://www.bigashtray.com/product/cigaro-ashtray-by-kaj-franck-nuutajarvi-finland-vintage-with-sticker/
It was also made in green and amber glass.
Thanks Dizzydave and Vynil33rpm!
Thanks buckethead!