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Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor Box and Ashtrays
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor Box and Ashtrays

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor Box and Ashtrays

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

Heintz Art Metal Shop USA, Early 20th Century Sterling silver on patinated bronze, with cedar lined

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Nesting Ashtrays or Catchalls
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Nesting Ashtrays or Catchalls

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Nesting Ashtrays or Catchalls

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of five antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze bowls

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze ashtray with match

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Early 20th C Sterling Silver Golf Themed Cigar Ashtray by Unger Bros. New Jersey
Early 20th C Sterling Silver Golf Themed Cigar Ashtray by Unger Bros. New Jersey

Early 20th C Sterling Silver Golf Themed Cigar Ashtray by Unger Bros. New Jersey

By Unger Brothers

Located in San Francisco, CA

An early 20th C Golf themed, sterling silver, cigar ashtray by Unger Bros. New Jersey. Featuring

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling / Solid Silver Art Deco Ashtray by John Grinsell & Sons - 1914
Antique Sterling / Solid Silver Art Deco Ashtray by John Grinsell & Sons - 1914

Antique Sterling / Solid Silver Art Deco Ashtray by John Grinsell & Sons - 1914

By John Grinsell & Sons

Located in Bath, GB

A very smart Art Deco solid silver ashtray, now a true antique example fully hallmarked for

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1910s British Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Sterling Silver Match Box Holder and Ashtray Stand by Tiffany & Co
19th Century Sterling Silver Match Box Holder and Ashtray Stand by Tiffany & Co

19th Century Sterling Silver Match Box Holder and Ashtray Stand by Tiffany & Co

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in North Miami, FL

. creation. This sterling silver match box holder and ashtray stand not only serve a practical purpose but

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19th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Otto Heintz Sterling on Bronze Burroughs Advertising Detroit Nesting Ashtray Set
Otto Heintz Sterling on Bronze Burroughs Advertising Detroit Nesting Ashtray Set

Otto Heintz Sterling on Bronze Burroughs Advertising Detroit Nesting Ashtray Set

By Otto Heintz

Located in San Diego, CA

Hard to find sterling silver on bronze Arts & Crafts antique nesting ashtray set by Otto Heintz

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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Bronze

Antique Glass and Spanish Silver Ashtray Circa 1890
Antique Glass and Spanish Silver Ashtray Circa 1890

Antique Glass and Spanish Silver Ashtray Circa 1890

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Spanish 916 standard silver and glass ashtray an

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1890s Spanish Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Continental Dutch Wood Handled Silver Ashtray or Cheroot Holder
Continental Dutch Wood Handled Silver Ashtray or Cheroot Holder

Continental Dutch Wood Handled Silver Ashtray or Cheroot Holder

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stylish Continental, probably Dutch, wooden handled silver ashtray or cheroot holder dating from

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19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Era Sterling Silver Personal Travel Ashtray & Match Holder
Art Deco Era Sterling Silver Personal Travel Ashtray & Match Holder

Art Deco Era Sterling Silver Personal Travel Ashtray & Match Holder

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An Art Deco Era Sterling Silver smoke set, an ashtray and match book holder, made for personal use

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Dish or Catchall
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Dish or Catchall

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Dish or Catchall

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period sterling silver on bronze dish, ashtray, or catchall By Heintz Art

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

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Pair of Sterling Silver Crested Ashtrays, William Hutton & Sons
Pair of Sterling Silver Crested Ashtrays, William Hutton & Sons

Pair of Sterling Silver Crested Ashtrays, William Hutton & Sons

By William Hutton & Sons

Located in Glasgow, GB

A pair of George V sterling silver crested ashtrays. The ashtrays are of circular form, with

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Early 20th Century British Modern Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare German 800 Silver Match and Ashtray Boxed Set, circa 1920s
Rare German 800 Silver Match and Ashtray Boxed Set, circa 1920s

Rare German 800 Silver Match and Ashtray Boxed Set, circa 1920s

Located in Redding, CA

Beautifully cast and chased, hard to find boxed set of individual silver ashtrays and match box

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1920s German Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtray or Catchall Tray
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtray or Catchall Tray

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtray or Catchall Tray

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique sterling silver ashtray or catchall tray By Tiffany & Co. (signed to the

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtrays or Catchall Trays, Set of Three
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtrays or Catchall Trays, Set of Three

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtrays or Catchall Trays, Set of Three

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of three antique sterling silver ashtrays or catchall trays By Tiffany & Co

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtray, 1928
English Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtray, 1928

English Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtray, 1928

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H 0.5 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in

English Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtray, 1928

By J.A. Simpson & Co

Located in Bath, GB

A lovely quality vintage solid silver ashtray, a good solid piece with a good weight @ 95.5 Grams

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1920s British Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd. - Art Deco Ashtray
English Sterling Silver Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd. - Art Deco Ashtray

English Sterling Silver Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd. - Art Deco Ashtray

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in Bath, GB

A magnificent Art Deco solid sterling silver ashtray made by one of the finest silversmith's

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1920s British Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Golf Themed Sterling Silver Overlaid Glass Ashtray
Art Deco Golf Themed Sterling Silver Overlaid Glass Ashtray

Art Deco Golf Themed Sterling Silver Overlaid Glass Ashtray

By Rockwell Silver Company

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Sterlin silver overlaid glass ashtray of circular form, the silvered raised rim with four cigar

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Fox Ashtrays
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Fox Ashtrays

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Fox Ashtrays

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H 1.77 in W 3.82 in D 3.23 in

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Fox Ashtrays

By Mappin & Webb

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine, and impressive pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver fox ashtrays

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1890s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Matchstick Holder
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Matchstick Holder

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Matchstick Holder

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze ashtray with verdigris green

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze ashtray with match

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze ashtray with verdigris green

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Rare Travelling Sterling Silver Ash Tray, Heath & Middleton, London, 1904
Rare Travelling Sterling Silver Ash Tray, Heath & Middleton, London, 1904

Rare Travelling Sterling Silver Ash Tray, Heath & Middleton, London, 1904

By Heath & Middleton

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1904 by Heath & Middleton, this ingenious, antique sterling silver ash tray

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Pair of Ash Trays, London 1906 W. Comyns
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Pair of Ash Trays, London 1906 W. Comyns

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Pair of Ash Trays, London 1906 W. Comyns

By William Comyns

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1906 by William Comyns, this Antique Sterling Silver pair of Ash Trays

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Stunning art deco sterling silver and enamel match box cover & ash tray - 1928
Stunning art deco sterling silver and enamel match box cover & ash tray - 1928

Stunning art deco sterling silver and enamel match box cover & ash tray - 1928

Located in London, London

Carrying import marks for London in 1928 by L.S.M. Ltd., this charming, George V, Sterling Silver

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Boars Tusk Cigar Cutter Mounted in Sterling Silver Austria, circa 1910
Boars Tusk Cigar Cutter Mounted in Sterling Silver Austria, circa 1910

Boars Tusk Cigar Cutter Mounted in Sterling Silver Austria, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

A boars tusk cigar cutter mounted in sterling silver, stamped 925, Austria circa 1910 This piece

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1910s Austrian Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Silver

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Bowl
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Bowl

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Bowl

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze bowl, ashtray, or

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze ashtray with cigar

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Chester Yacht Club Sterling Silver Bridge Game Personal Ashtrays, Set of Four
Chester Yacht Club Sterling Silver Bridge Game Personal Ashtrays, Set of Four

Chester Yacht Club Sterling Silver Bridge Game Personal Ashtrays, Set of Four

By Henry Birks & Son

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of four, sterling silver personal ashtrays from The Chester Yacht Club, made by Henry Birks

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Early 20th Century Canadian Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Ashtray With Match Box Holder

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze ashtray with match

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Joseph Heinrichs Copper and Sterling Silver Ashtray with Applied Symbols
Joseph Heinrichs Copper and Sterling Silver Ashtray with Applied Symbols

Joseph Heinrichs Copper and Sterling Silver Ashtray with Applied Symbols

By Joseph Heinrichs

Located in Big Bend, WI

Arts & Crafts sterling and copper ashtray was handmade by Joseph Heinrichs. The piece is hammered

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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Copper

Rare Pair of Cased Silver Gilt and Blue Guilloche Enamel Ashtrays, 1929
Rare Pair of Cased Silver Gilt and Blue Guilloche Enamel Ashtrays, 1929

Rare Pair of Cased Silver Gilt and Blue Guilloche Enamel Ashtrays, 1929

By Charles S. Green & Co.

Located in Bath, GB

A magnificent and very glamorous pair of English sterling silver, gilt (gold on sterling silver

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver Portable Cigar Holder / Ashtray by Asprey,  Sheffield 1905
Sterling Silver Portable Cigar Holder / Ashtray by Asprey,  Sheffield 1905

Sterling Silver Portable Cigar Holder / Ashtray by Asprey, Sheffield 1905

By Charles & George Asprey

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

highest quality inclusive of silver, jewelry, leather goods and other fine accessories. Asprey has also

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Early 20th Century English Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Tiffany Sterling Silver Combination Table Lighter/ Ashtray
Neoclassical Tiffany Sterling Silver Combination Table Lighter/ Ashtray

Neoclassical Tiffany Sterling Silver Combination Table Lighter/ Ashtray

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Neoclassical, sterling silver, combination table lighter/ ashtray, Tiffany and Company, New York

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1860s American Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

4 Antique Germany 800 Silver Cherub Putti Round Ashtrays
4 Antique Germany 800 Silver Cherub Putti Round Ashtrays

4 Antique Germany 800 Silver Cherub Putti Round Ashtrays

Located in Washington Depot, CT

4 antique German 800 silver round ashtrays with cherub or putti motif. All marked: crown, 800

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Early 1900s German Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage 9” Crystal and Silver Starburst Club Cigar Ashtray
Vintage 9” Crystal and Silver Starburst Club Cigar Ashtray

Vintage 9” Crystal and Silver Starburst Club Cigar Ashtray

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A lovely Art Deco sterling silver and crystal club cigar ashtray with three cigar rests on a

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1920s Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Dish or Catchall
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Dish or Catchall

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Dish or Catchall

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze dish or catchall By

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Elegant Onyx and Sterling Silver Ashtray
Elegant Onyx and Sterling Silver Ashtray

Elegant Onyx and Sterling Silver Ashtray

By Kendall & Co.

Located in London, GB

Kendall & Co. of Paris A highly unusual green onyx and Sterling silver cigar ashtray, the

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1910s British Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver mounted crystal Art Deco ashtray, c. 1920
Sterling Silver mounted crystal Art Deco ashtray, c. 1920

Sterling Silver mounted crystal Art Deco ashtray, c. 1920

Located in London, GB

A large Sterling silver mounted crystal Art Deco cigar ashtray, with three shaped cigar rests and

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Early 20th Century German Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Scottish Sterling Silver Hammered Ashtray, William Robb, Edinburgh, 1924
Scottish Sterling Silver Hammered Ashtray, William Robb, Edinburgh, 1924

Scottish Sterling Silver Hammered Ashtray, William Robb, Edinburgh, 1924

By William Robb

Located in Glasgow, GB

A George V sterling silver ash tray in the form of a small Quaich with a hammered finish. The ash

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1920s British Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

'Personal' ashtray by Mappin & Webb, 1912
'Personal' ashtray by Mappin & Webb, 1912

'Personal' ashtray by Mappin & Webb, 1912

By Mappin & Webb

Located in London, GB

A very stylish Sterling silver mounted, heavy glass cigarette ashtray, in a diminutive, almost

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Early 20th Century British Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mappin & Webb Pair of English Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtrays
Mappin & Webb Pair of English Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtrays

Mappin & Webb Pair of English Art Deco Sterling Silver Ashtrays

By Mappin & Webb

Located in New York, NY

Triangular with engine-turned rims and smooth interior. Impressed for 925 silver/ Birmingham/ 1936

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rolls-Royce 'Spirit of Ecstasy' Sterling Silver Ashtray, 1926
Rolls-Royce 'Spirit of Ecstasy' Sterling Silver Ashtray, 1926

Rolls-Royce 'Spirit of Ecstasy' Sterling Silver Ashtray, 1926

By Robert & Sebastian Garrard & Co

Located in London, GB

collectors. This is the first piece created for the set which is a Sterling silver circular ashtray with a

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver and Enamel Sailing Trophy/Ashtray
Sterling Silver and Enamel Sailing Trophy/Ashtray

Sterling Silver and Enamel Sailing Trophy/Ashtray

Located in New York, NY

4 5/8" diameter. 3.25 ozs. gross. Silver ashtray with enamel flags of the United Kingdom

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

Cartier, An Art Deco Quartz, Turquoise and Silver Ashtray

Cartier, An Art Deco Quartz, Turquoise and Silver Ashtray

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier: An Art Deco Quartz, Turquoise and Silver Ashtray, designed as a quartz tray, accented by

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray

Materials

Quartz, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique sterling silver ashtray for your home. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every antique sterling silver ashtray was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique sterling silver ashtray, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique sterling silver ashtray, those designed in Art Deco, Arts and Crafts and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique sterling silver ashtray over the years, but those crafted by Mappin & Webb, Charles & George Asprey and Georg Jensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray?

The average selling price for an antique sterling silver ashtray at 1stDibs is $800, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $6,950 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Sterling Silver Ashtray
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.