1952 Vintage US Navy Brass Trench Art Ashtray Container Heavy 5 Inch Caliber 6\"D For Sale

Title: 1952 US Navy Brass Trench Art Ashtray Container - Heavy 5 Inch 54 CaliberDescription:
Up for sale is a beautiful, exceptionally heavy, two-piece vintage US Navy brass trench art container and desk ashtray. This unique historical piece has been expertly crafted from the cut-down base section of a conventional naval artillery casing.

• Dimensions & Weight: Features a substantial 6-inch outside diameter and weighs a solid 7.55 pounds (as shown on the scale photo), giving it an incredibly heavy, high-quality feel.
• Authentic Markings: The bottom headstamp features highly legible, crisp, and deep-stamped military markings reading \"5 IN. MK. 7 MOD. 0 - 54 CAL.\" along with a manufacturing date stamp of \"8-1952\" (stamped \"N.S. LOT 6\"). The center features an original, inert primer stamped \"MK 45 MOD 0\" and dated \"7-52\" from Lot 14.
• Functional Design: This piece features a heavy two-piece nesting design with a removable top collar ring. It is perfect for use as a functional pipe or cigar ashtray, a unique desk valet coin dish, or a striking naval display piece for a den or office.
• History Note: Unlike self-propelled guided missiles, this casing was built for the legendary rapid-fire Mark 42 deck guns to launch conventional 5-inch projectiles. The primer remains un-indented, indicating this likely originated from a surplus or training round before being customized into a sailor\'s keepsake.
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a rich, authentic brass patina. It shows minor surface character scuffs consistent with its age and military history, but features no major dents. The two nested pieces fit together beautifully.

Please see all high-resolution photos for exact condition and markings details. The vintage pipes shown in the main photo are for display inspiration only and are not included in the sale.SEE MORE ITEMS NOT FOUND IN STORES IN MY store - PSYCHIC PICKER ships same or next day pre owned as-is .