197 - Dunhill Root Briar Wood Churchwarden Tobacco Pipe, Unsmoked

Dunhill Root Briar Wood Churchwarden Tobacco Pipe, Unsmoked Dunhill Churchwarden smoking pipe. The long-stemmed pipe is constructed with a polished briar wood bowl featuring a straight grain pattern and an upright form. The shank is joined to a long, curved black ebonite or vulcanite stem. The stem is decorated with a small white circular inlay on the top surface. The pipe is accompanied by a black leather protective sleeve, a brown fabric drawstring pouch, and a rectangular black presentation box with a cream-colored interior. Marked on one side of the shank with a circular 4 and the dunhill name within a horizontal oval beneath three vertical lines. The opposite side of the shank is marked ROOT BRIAR over MADE IN ENGLAND 12. 2" H x 12" W x 3 1/2" D. 20C CONDITION: The pipe appears to be in unused, excellent condition. There is no visible charring, residue, or darkening inside the bowl. The wooden surface maintains a high-gloss finish with no visible scratches or dents. The mouthpiece shows no signs of tooth marks or oxidation. The accompanying leather sleeve, fabric pouch, and presentation box are well-preserved with no structural damage or significant staining. 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.