{"product_id":"vintage-chromed-figural-fish-pincherette-ashtray-by-diecasters","title":"Vintage Chromed Figural Fish \"Pincherette\" Ashtray by Diecasters","description":"\u003cp\u003ec. 1940s; Hamilton Products - New York, NY\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nChrome-plated steel \"Pincherette\" ashtray featuring a pair of stylized fish standing back-to-back at the center of a shallow circular tray. The sculptural fish figures serve as integrated cigarette rests, while the dish incorporates concentric ribbed detailing around the center to collect ash. The underside is marked \"A Hamilton Product N.Y.C.,\" \"Reg. U.S. Pat. Made in U.S.A.,\" and retains its original cork base with model and patent markings, identifying it as part of Hamilton Products' line of novelty smoking accessories produced during the mid-20th century. The streamlined aquatic motif reflects the popularity of whimsical chrome smoking accessories during the Art Deco and early Modern periods.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShows moderate age-related wear including scratches, scuffs, plating wear, and scattered oxidation consistent with use. Chrome loss is present within the mouths of both fish. Ashtray surface exhibits light finish wear and residue from prior use. Original cork pad remains attached to the underside but shows significant cracking, deterioration, and minor losses. Patent markings remain legible. Structurally sound.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n4.5\" Diam. × 2\" H\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMM - 21591 - 070726\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor information regarding shipping, please visit our Terms \u0026amp; Conditions page \u003ca class=\"GeneratedLink\" href=\"https:\/\/industrialartifacts.net\/pages\/shipping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Artifacts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44421153325099,"sku":"21591","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0194\/8170\/files\/2594d782-36a8-5c92-87cf-6f67e62629f0.jpg?v=1784329725","url":"https:\/\/industrialartifacts.net\/products\/vintage-chromed-figural-fish-pincherette-ashtray-by-diecasters","provider":"Industrial Artifacts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}