Vintage hammered aluminum coaster with embossed duck and marsh scene. 3.25”

Aluminumware became increasingly popular in the mid-20th century due to its affordability, durability, and ease of manufacturing. Decorative items like coasters, trays, and pitchers were often produced with embossed or hammered finishes, featuring popular motifs such as nature scenes, animals, and geometric patterns. These items were widely sold in department stores and gift shops, making them accessible to a broad consumer base.

Coasters featuring wildlife, particularly waterfowl like ducks, were a common theme, appealing to hunters, nature enthusiasts, and those who appreciated rustic or lodge-style decor. The embossed design on this coaster, depicting a duck in flight over marsh reeds, is characteristic of the popular decorative arts of the mid-century period. Such items were often sold in sets and were practical additions to home entertaining.