The Gentleman's Collection
Lot 192:
Description
Dunhill Shell Briar Cala tobacco pipe featuring a sandblasted black finish on a briar wood bowl. The pipe is designed with a bent shank and a polished silver-plated ferrule accented by a light-colored briar wood ring. The black vulcanite stem is finished with a single white dot inlay. This pipe is accompanied by its original dark brown presentation box with a black velvet interior, a matching suede-like drawstring pouch, and a printed Alfred Dunhill care booklet. The underside of the shank is marked with a circled 5, the Dunhill oval logo, and is stamped Shell Briar Made in England 20. The metal ferrule bears four small hallmarks including a maker’s mark and a lion passant. 3 1/2" H x 9" L x 4 1/2" W.
20C
Condition report:
Excellent, unsmoked condition. The briar bowl shows no signs of charring or residue. The vulcanite stem is free of tooth marks or oxidation. The silver-plated ferrule shows minor surface tarnish. The original box, pouch, and booklet are present and well-preserved.
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