Mid-century Fertil-Field advertising ashtray in glossy avocado green—Michigan Bean Co farm promo with bold slogan. Great MCM desk or bar tray.
∙ Era: Mid-Century (1950s–1960s, estimated) — boomerang/atomic ashtray style commonly seen in vintage advertising pieces
∙ What it is: vintage advertising ashtray/catchall tray with a raised center panel and printed promo text
∙ Text (photo-verified): “GET YOUR YIELD WITH Fertil-Field” + “MICHIGAN BEAN CO.”
∙ Size: approx. 6" x 4"
∙ Material: molded hard tray (appears like molded glass or similar vintage hard material with a glossy finish)
∙ Color: rich avocado/olive green with a subtle speckled sheen under the glaze/finish
∙ Shape: classic boomerang/kidney form with a shallow rim—easy to use as a desk tray, key catchall, or bar-cart dish
∙ MCM bar cart ashtray/conversation piece
∙ entryway catchall (keys, coins)
∙ desk tray for paper clips, matches, rings
∙ gift for farm/ag memorabilia collectors or Michigan ephemera fans
∙ Good vintage condition with normal surface wear from age/use (light scuffs/fine marks visible in reflected light).
∙ Printed lettering is clear and readable.
∙ No cracks or chips are visible in the photos provided.
Fertil-Field / Michigan Bean Co advertising pieces are collectible farm ephemera—and the boomerang shape gives it that instant mid-century look that styles beautifully on a shelf.
Want a small, easy-to-style piece of Michigan farm history for your coffee table or desk?
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If you collect Fertil-Field or Michigan Bean Co advertising pieces, this green boomerang ashtray still has clear, readable promo lettering. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.
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