California Originals Green & Gold Ashtray – 1950s Hollywood Regency Barware, Mid-Century Pottery

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1950s California Originals #223 olive green and gold gilt ashtray. A mid-century Hollywood Regency collectible — perfect as a bar … Read more 1950s California Originals #223 olive green and gold gilt ashtray. A mid-century Hollywood Regency collectible — perfect as a bar cart accent or decorative catchall

hand-crafted ashtray by California Originals Pottery, USA. Model #223, it features a deep olive green glaze bordered by elaborate gold scrollwork, capturing the luxurious mood of Hollywood Regency design.

Originally made in the 1950s–60s for home cocktail bars and lounges, this piece has become a collector’s favorite for its bold color and sculptural presence. Each piece was individually glazed and hand-finished in California, giving it a subtle variation and warmth that modern reproductions can’t match.

Today, it’s just as chic as ever — use it as a valet tray for jewelry or keys, a conversation piece on your coffee table, or styled on a vintage bar cart with your favorite decanter set.

Maker: California Originals Pottery Co., USA

Mold Number: 223

Era: Mid-Century Modern / Hollywood Regency (1950s–1960s)

Color: Olive green glaze with gold gilt scroll border

Material: Ceramic / pottery

Marked on bottom: “California USA 223”

Measurements: 12"L × 8"W × 1.5"H

Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no chips or cracks, minor age wear on base consistent with age

Multi-use: Cigar ashtray, catchall tray, jewelry holder, barware accent, or decor display piece

Style match: Hollywood Regency, Palm Springs, Mad Men, Mid-Century Modern, Old World Glamour See less