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ASHTRAY

Creator(s): Unknown (Jeweler)

Currently in storage


About this object

The ashtray is rectangular with the corners cut off. In the center is a circular hollowed depression for ashes. At each of the four sides is a cylindrical depression to hold a cigarette. Each corner is set with a cabochon sapphire with a collar of silverl.

Object name:
ASHTRAY
Made from:
Jade -- sapphire-- silver
Made in:
USA
Date made:
c. 1925
Size:
7 cm (2 3/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
21.165
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973