A spittoon is a receptacle made for spitting into, especially by users of chewing and dipping tobacco. It is also known as a cuspidor, although that term is also used for a type of spitting sink used in dentistry. Between the mid-1800s and the 1930s, spittoons were as common in American households as pots and pans and as common in American public places as trash cans. Banks, barber shops, business offices, court rooms, and saloons provided spittoons for spitting in America. This spittoon is made from genuine brass and polished to shine. It is 9.50 inches tall with a diameter of 8.50 inches making it a great addition to any western decor.