Vintage mid-century brass portable pocket or purse ashtray (silent butler style) featuring an engraved script monogram on the lid and a top finial handle.
Design: Square brass compact case with a hinged lid, top finial knob handle, front catch release, and a swing-out cigarette rest on the interior hinge.
Decoration: Ornate engraved script monogram on top.
Dimensions: Measures approximately 1.5" x 1.5" (excluding the top handle).
Condition: Shows vintage wear with natural brass patination, surface tarnish, and interior aging consistent with age and use. Solid structural condition with working hinges and latch.