This is a souvenir ashtray or trinket holder but no marking as to location purchased. It is a pottery that almost has a chalk feel to the finish. This item has the number 33 on the bottom which based on items in the collection that had dates it is the late 1940's early 1950's. It could be used as a trinket holder or possibly an ashtray holder. The paint is worn which might suggest the item has been touched and dusted but there are no chips. The weight is 13.6 ounces.