Details: This set of 4 ashtrays plus matching holder/carrier is such a great piece of Tobacciana! They are from Arnart Imports, and have a Wedding Anniversary design called "Anniversary Bells". Same design on all the pieces, four white bells and pink roses tied with a pink bow. All pieces have a gold rim and the notches / indentations are hand painted in brushed gold. These ashtrays are made for individual use, one for each person, from a time when smoking was considered "elegant" and "cool". All pieces have the stamped Arnart Royal Crown logo from 1953 and all, (except one), have the Arnart paper label that was used in 1953. The stamping on the bottom reads: "Arnart Anniversary Bells 55/1869". From research, we understand the numbers stamped sometimes signified the pieces belonged to an entire group or collection. Great piece of memorabilia and an excellent gift for a collector! Absolutely perfect for a 50th Wedding Anniversary party.
Materials: Porcelain
Dimensions: Ashtrays: 3 x 3 inches (3.25 inches including the notches). Holder: 3.0 by 3.25 inches and approx. 1.75 inches Tall
Condition: Vintage - Used. Very Good Condition. There is a tiny chip on one of the ashtrays. Otherwise, there are no chips, scratches, or any defects on the rest of the pieces. Please review all pictures and make sure you love this item before purchasing, we can't accept returns. Please remember these are VINTAGE and ANTIQUE items, they are NOT new, every effort has been made to show any scratches, wear and tear and imperfections.
Arnart Imports Inc., is still in operation (as of this writing) and is currently located in 230 Fifth Avenue, New York. The company specializes in porcelain gifts and decorative accessories. First registered trade mark is the Crown and A’s mark registered April 30, 1953. However, we have read that in 1957 they changed their name to "5th Avenue" after securing US based offices, and stopped using a printed stamped 'made in Japan' pottery mark, opting instead for a removable 'made in Japan' stickers.
