Vintage Chromed Figural Hippo "Pincherette" Ashtray by Diecasters still but is now empty

but is now empty

This piece is in excellent shape with minor wear throughout

A small flip-up sign frame is connected to the rim

Wood surfaces show scuffs

who in addition to lab equipment

Vintage Chromed Figural Hippo "Pincherette" Ashtray by Diecasters still but is now emptyc. 1940s; Decanters, Inc. Ridgefield, NJ Chrome plated steel "Pincherette" ashtray featuring a pair of stylized hippopotamuses standing back to back at the center of a shallow circular tray. The sculptural hippo figures serve as integrated cigarette rests, while the dish incorporates concentric ribbed detailing surrounding the central mount to collect ash. The underside is marked "PINCHERETTE," "Made in U. S. A. Pat. Pending," and references multiple