Solid Wood Cigar Ashtray, Silver Match Stainless Insert, Collectors Grade

Welcome to Pipe Collectors Encyclopedia, your premier destination for museum-quality estate pipes with comprehensive historical and technical documentation. IDENTIFICATION A handcrafted solid wood cigar ashtray featuring an integrated stainless steel insert, engraved 'Silver Match,' in collectors-grade condition. Single-piece oval construction combining natural wood and industrial metalwork, designed for the discerning smoking enthusiast. HISTORICAL CONTEXT The marriage of fine woodworking with utilitarian smoking accessories reflects mid-to-late twentieth-century craftsmanship traditions. Cigar ashtrays of this caliber represent a subset of smoking culture collectibles valued for functional design and materials integrity. The 'Silver Match' designation suggests either a brand mark or custom commission. GRADING & MARKS - Engraved mark: 'Silver Match' on stainless steel insert - One minor cosmetic mark noted as-found, consistent with collectors-grade designation - No laminations or structural repairs documented - Stainless steel insert permanently affixed SHAPE ANALYSIS Oval form, approximately 7 inches by 3.5 inches, with a deliberate inclined plane design. The stainless steel insert sits approximately 3mm below surface at entry point, rising 5mm at mid-circle and 10mm at the elevated end. This ergonomic geometry creates natural ash direction toward the bowl while securing cigar placement. BRIAR & FINISH Solid wood body construction from single block, no laminations. Natural finish preserved with one minor mark visible in collectors-condition piece. Stainless steel insert provides contrast and functional durability. CONDITION REPORT Collectors Grade, as-found. One minor cosmetic mark noted on wood body. No structural damage, repairs, or restoration documented. Ashtray insert functional and clean. Overall integrity excellent for age and use. DIMENSIONS - Overall length: 7 inches - Overall width: 3.5 inches - Ashtray insert diameter: 2.5 inches (stainless steel) - Insert depth from surface: 3mm to 10mm (variable incline) CLOSING This functional sculptural object ships directly from Faridunhill archive with worldwide shipping available. Professional assessment and light sanitation completed; ready for display or active collectors use. SKU: SKU-301