{"product_id":"art-deco-ashtray-1930s-pincherette-chrome-plated-duel-donkey-figures-by-diecasters-inc-ridgefield-nj-u-s-a-these-ashtrays-evoke-a-sense-of-nostalgia-and-a-time-when-having-a-cool-ashtray-was-more-than-just-a-functional-item-it-was-a-statement","title":"Art Deco Ashtray, 1930s, Pincherette, Chrome Plated, Donkey Figures.","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArt Deco Ashtray, 1930s, Pincherette, Chrome Plated, Duel Donkey Figures, By Diecasters Inc, Ridgefield, New Jersey U.S.A.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiecasters Inc., based in Ridgefield, New Jersey, U.S.A., produced a distinctive line of vintage ashtrays known as the “Pincherette”. These ashtrays are a delightful throwback to the days of cocktail parties and big band swing in the 1930s.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere are some key details about these unique ashtrays.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e1. Design\u003c\/span\u003e: The ashtray features a charming double Donkey Design. The Donkey's Ears were cleverly shaped to “pinch” and hold cigarettes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e2. Patent Numbers\u003c\/span\u003e: The version of the ashtray like yours is the only one with original patent numbers stamped on the base. The base inscription reads: “REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN THE U.S.A. BY DIECASTERS INC. RIDGEFIELD, NJ U.S. PAT. NOS. 98596 167.703 OTHER PATS. PEND.” These numbers date the ashtray to the 1930s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e3. Condition\u003c\/span\u003e: Considering its age (minimum 70+ years old), this ashtray is in very good condition. It exhibits some pitting on the chrome and light scuffs, which are expected for vintage items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e4. Functionality\u003c\/span\u003e: The “Pincherette” name aptly reflects how the Donkey's Ears would securely hold cigarettes while guests enjoyed their smokes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese ashtrays evoke nostalgia for a time when having a “cool” ashtray was more than just a functional item; it was a statement.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Code - LIG7A4752CIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth: 4 3\/8''  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight: 1 3\/8''  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth: 4 3\/8''  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight: 133 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight with Packaging: 450 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44345973539072,"sku":"LIG7A4752CIA","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1191\/7728\/files\/11_1_8ef82d0e-401b-449c-ad7b-579f81e16bd5.jpg?v=1778973531","url":"https:\/\/www.roadshowcollectibles.ca\/products\/art-deco-ashtray-1930s-pincherette-chrome-plated-duel-donkey-figures-by-diecasters-inc-ridgefield-nj-u-s-a-these-ashtrays-evoke-a-sense-of-nostalgia-and-a-time-when-having-a-cool-ashtray-was-more-than-just-a-functional-item-it-was-a-statement","provider":"Roadshow Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}