The Sailor's Companion | Vintage Brass Anchor Pocket Ashtray

A pocket-sized piece of seafaring history. Compact, weighted, and deeply tactile, this vintage lidded brass ashtray features a raised relief anchor motif atop a hinged lid, encasing a warm, smooth body.

Believed to originate around the mid-20th century, these portable silent butler-style vessels were designed for sailors and travelers to contain ash while on the move. Cleaned and gently polished to allow the brass hues to shine, it still retains an authentic, age-earned warmth and patina. Use it as a functional pocket ashtray, a ring vessel, or a standalone maritime curio for a desk, nightstand, or bar cart.

• Era: Circa 1940s–1950s (WWII Era)
• Materials: Brass body & anchor relief 
• Dimensions: 1" H x 2.375" diameter
• Weight: 3 oz

Condition: Excellent restored vintage condition. Hand-polished to revive the lustrous metal tones while preserving natural, age-appropriate patina and minor vintage wear.

Note: Please carefully inspect all photos before purchasing. Vintage items are sold as-is and may show signs of age or wear. All sales are final.