202 - Alfred Dunhill Cumberland Briar Christmas 1996 Four Calling Birds Pipe Set, Unsmoked

Alfred Dunhill Cumberland Briar Christmas 1996 Four Calling Birds Pipe Set, Unsmoked Alfred Dunhill limited edition Christmas 1996 pipe set titled Four Calling Birds. The pipe is a Cumberland finish billiard featuring a rusticated briar bowl and a tapered brindle vulcanite stem with the signature white spot inlay. The bowl is fitted with a sterling silver rim protector, and the shank is joined to the stem by a wide sterling silver band engraved in script with Four Calling Birds. The set includes a custom-cast sterling silver pipe tamper depicting four birds perched on a tree stump. The ensemble is housed in a dark green leather-bound presentation case designed to resemble a book, with gilt-stamped lettering and borders on the spine. Included are the original black manufacturer outer box, a red polishing cloth, a Fellowship of the White Spot invitation, and a certificate of guarantee. Marked on the underside with an oval dunhill logo, CUMBERLAND, MADE IN ENGLAND 36, 5120, and 473 OF 500. Pipe: 6" L x 1 3/8" W x 2" H. 4C CONDITION: The silver rim protector and wide shank band show heavy oxidation and surface tarnish throughout. There is a dark residue and surface wear visible on the polished silver rim protector. The sterling silver pipe tamper exhibits significant dark oxidation across the entire cast surface. The leather-bound presentation case shows minor shelf wear to the edges. The black outer cardboard box has light scuffing and minor indentations to the exterior. The brindle vulcanite stem and rusticated briar bowl appear to be in good order with no visible teeth marks or charring. 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.