Vintage 30s Cast Iron Ashtray Winnebago County Courthouse Oshkosh WI Universal For Sale

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Vintage 30s Cast Iron Ashtray Winnebago County Courthouse Oshkosh WI Universal:
$124.99

BUCK’S STATEMENT:

There’s a certain kind of history you can still feel when you hold this old cast iron ashtray—heavy, honest, and made to outlast the men who used it. Pulled from the Winnebago County Courthouse in Oshkosh, this 1930s Universal Foundry piece once sat on a worn wooden table where clerks shuffled papers, lawyers leaned in close, and everyday folks waited for their turn to speak their truth. You can almost picture the scene: winter coats dripping snow by the radiator, the faint smell of tobacco, boots tracking in the grit of Main Street. This ashtray was there for all of it, catching ashes while the world kept spinning through labor disputes, local politics, and small-town stories that never made the papers.

Now, decades later, it surfaces like a time capsule from a slower, steadier Wisconsin. The kind of person who owned—or simply used—something like this didn’t think much about it at the time. It was just part of the room, part of the job, part of the rhythm of life. But that’s exactly what makes it special today. Holding it brings back the hum of courthouse halls, the pride of Midwestern craftsmanship, and the quiet dignity of objects built with purpose. For anyone who loves Oshkosh history, Americana, or the feeling of rediscovering something real, this piece carries the spirit of a Wisconsin long gone—but not forgotten.

- Buck

DETAILS:

Brand: Universal Foundry

Made in: USA

Style: Ashtray

Color: Black

Era: 1920s-30s

Size: (See Measurements)

Material: Cast Iron

Condition: Vintage pre-owned — signs of wear (see photos)

BUCK & BADGER VINTAGE DISCLAIMER:

At Buck & Badger, every item has lived a life before it found its way to us.

We specialize in authentic vintage clothing, objects, art, and Americana—pieces with history, character, and soul.

Because of that, please review the following before purchasing:

1. Condition Disclosure

Our vintage pieces often show signs of age and use—this may include wear, fading, patina, tiny holes, snags, scuffs, or light stains.

We believe these imperfections are part of the story.

Any major flaws will always be clearly shown in the listing photos.

2. Sizing / Fit (for clothing)

Vintage sizes do not always reflect modern sizing.

Please rely on the exact measurements provided in the photos and description rather than the tagged size.

3. Measurement Guidelines (for clothing)

We measure all garments flat:

• Chest/Bust: pit to pit

• Length: collar to bottom hem

Photos and/or descriptions are organized to help you assess fit accurately.

4. One-of-a-Kind Items / No Returns for Fit

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Because of this, we do not accept returns for sizing or fit issues.

Please review measurements and photos carefully and reach out with any questions before purchasing. We’re happy to help.

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Thank you for supporting Buck & Badger—where every item has a past, and every purchase continues the story.

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