194 - Alfred Dunhill Root Briar Collector XL Briar Wood Tobacco Pipe, Unsmoked

Alfred Dunhill Root Briar Collector XL Briar Wood Tobacco Pipe, Unsmoked Alfred Dunhill. Collector series briar wood tobacco pipe in an XL bent Dublin shape. The pipe features a Root Briar finish with a smooth, polished light-brown bowl and shank, contrasted by a craggy, rusticated rim and shank end. The tapered black vulcanite stem is inset with the signature white spot. The lot is complete with its original presentation materials, including a black leather drawstring pouch with a debossed logo, two printed brochures for The Fellowship of the White Spot, a black hinged presentation case with gold-toned borders and a cream satin-lined interior, and a black cardboard outer box. The pipe is stamped on one side of the shank with a circular cartouche containing a stylized d over two vertical bars, with XL to the left. The opposite side is stamped COLLECTOR, ROOT BRIAR, and MADE IN ENGLAND 38. The outer box carries a white and orange adhesive label printed ROOT BRIAR, DP2 COL, and SHAPE X4. 3" x 8 1/4" x 4" 20C CONDITION: The pipe appears to be in excellent, unsmoked condition with no visible charring or carbon buildup in the bowl. The briar finish is bright and consistent with no significant scratches or dings. The stem shows no tooth marks or oxidation. The inner presentation case is clean. The outer cardboard box shows minor shelf wear and light surface scuffing. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.