I have this piece, and I believe Grandpa picked it up while stationed in Japan in the 1940’s. He was a cigar smoker, so I believe it is a cigar rest. Metal type unknown because I am not that knowledgeable. At least 1 lb. in weight. Who can enlighten me on this piece. Is there any monetary value to it?
https://www.ebay.ca/dsc/Collectibles/1/i.html?_ssc=1&_nkw=ashtray+fish
What you are seeing is not where something was attached !! It is a result of the hot metal being poured into the mold and simply bubbling up a bit !! Looks like either brass or bronze !! You can find several forms similar to yours on ebay !! I am just talking about the shape with the open mouth !! Cant see yours up close but it could have come from anywhere !! Japan usually marks their items in some way !! But also could have had a stick on label !!
