November 15 & 16, 2022 Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/15/2022
19th century meerschaum pipe, most likely custom made for an affluent veteran of the Franco-Prussian War. Main vignette features 2 Zouave infantrymen bayoneting 2 Prussian troops on the ground. Measures 5 - 1/2" x 3". Missing the amber stem but retains original custom fitted purple silk lined case covered in red Moroccan leather. CONDITION: Meerschaum has aged to a pleasing creamy ivory/yellow patina with only light age cracks that do not detract. Amber stem is missing but threaded attachment nipple is present to allow adding a new stem easily. Case is very good and relatively solid with one small brass hinge separated. BRM.