Description
Made by Blenko Art Glass (WV, USA) for a cigar distributor before 1960.
Vintage heavy glass ashtray with sandblasted logo on side ‘Thompson of Tampa’ (see image). Thompson of Tampa’s name was changed to ‘Thompson Cigars’ in 1960. This ashtray was made in the 1950’s. Three and a half pounds of solid glass accommodate 2 cigars, cigarettes or pipes. Features (2) 1/4″ wide rests and (1) 3/4″ wide rest. Ash well is 1″ deep. The well located in the center of the rests must be for easy access to stubby cigars.
Substantial vintage cigar ashtray weighs 3½ lbs. Measures 6 1/4″ long, 4½” wide and 1½” tall.
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