Bidspirit auction | Stockland Hydro Scoop Promotional Cast

Stockland Hydro Scoop Promotional Cast Metal Industrial Desk Ashtray - This vintage promotional desk ashtray and paperweight is cast in the form of an industrial earth-moving bucket, specifically advertising the Hydro Scoop produced by the Stockland Road Machinery Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The item is manufactured from heavy cast metal featuring a dark brass or bronze-toned finish. The design incorporates a fixed arched bail handle and a hinged rear discharge gate that remains movable. Four concave cigarette rests are integrated into the front top rim of the bucket. The front face of the body displays raised cast lettering organized into three rows reading STOCKLAND, HYDRO, and SCOOP. This piece likely dates from the mid-20th century, circa 1930s-1950s, and served as a marketing collectible for tractor-mounted industrial equipment. Bid directly at Bid.Ziebarths.com for a reduced buyers premium (18%). Email info@ziebarths.com for questions about this item.