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Handmade Ashtray - soapstone
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Overview
A hand-carved ashtray made of soapstone - small oval-shaped dish with carved leaves and flower bud inside, with a ridge to sit the cigarette
Historical information
Soapstone is primarily composed of talc. It shares many physical properties with that mineral and make it valuable for many different uses. It is non-porous, heat resistant, non-absorbent, soft and easy to carve, high specific heat capacity and resistant to acids and alkalis.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-124-2020.178
Item type
Objects
Material
Soapstone (Metamorphic Rock)
Width
105 mm
Height or length
60 mm
Weight
86 g
Inscriptions and markings
No Markings
Contextual information
Softer grades of this rock may feel similar to soap when touched, hence the name. Soapstone is easy to carve; it is also durable and heat-resistant and has a high heat storage capacity.
Primary significance criteria
Artistic or aesthetic significance
Social or spiritual significance
Last modified
Friday, 13 February, 2026
Completeness
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