On 29 Jul 2005 13:11:01 -0700, Sheldon wrote:

> > Is the lid indented to hold hot coals?
>
> That's why I asked if there was a lid, she didn't say... so why are you
> assuming there's a lid?

This is what the OP said: "I bought a small cast iron footed
pot-bellied container **with lid** and wire handle at a yard
sale and have no idea what it would be called."