Set of 2 Round PEWTER Ashtrays w/ Single Cig Rest, Approx. 4” Marked!
$ 2.64
Description
Set of 2 Round PEWTER Ashtrays w/ Single Cig Rest, Approx. 4” Marked!. COLONIAL: This refers to the specific design collection. Material Properties Because this piece was manufactured by Boardman, it is composed of high-quality, lead-free pewter. Unlike older antique pewter that contained lead and turned a dark, dull gray, modern lead-free pewter maintains a bright, warm, silver-like luster and is entirely safe to handle. This set of 2 round metal ashtrays with a single cigarette rest is approximately 4 inches in diameter. Regarding the mark engraved on the back: COLONIAL: This refers to the specific design collection. This line featured classic, minimalist, and traditional American aesthetics, often inspired by Early American or Paul Revere style metalwork. PEWTER: This identifies the specific metal alloy used to construct the piece. BOARDMAN: This is the manufacturer's stamp for J.C. Boardman & Co. (or Boardman Silversmiths), a historic American company founded in Connecticut with roots tracing back to the early 19th century. Material Properties Because this piece was manufactured by Boardman, it is composed of high-quality, lead-free pewter. Unlike older antique pewter that contained lead and turned a dark, dull gray, modern lead-free pewter maintains a bright, warm, silver-like luster and is entirely safe to handle. Approximate AgeBased on the specific font style and text layout of this stamp, these ashtrays were most likely produced during the mid-to-late 20th century, specifically between the 1950s and 1970s, when decorative pewter smoking accessories and barware were highly popular.
