FOUR SHILLINGS

FOUR SHILLINGS

England

Yes, there were the great times when a good pipe could cost only four shillings and a pipe for more than 20 dollars was a collectable and crazy expensive one! One of those great pipes we are glad to offer today. According to some sources it could be a Orlik subbrand made in 1950-60’s. But regardless its parents the pipe is elegant, very accurately smoked and promise to be a great friend for a new owner!

​The pipe markings are “Four Shillings \ LONDON MADE”, MADE IN ENGLAND”. The length is 15.3 cm, bowl’s hight is 4.4 cm. External and internal diameters of the bowl are 3.2 cm and 1.8 cm. The depth is 3.6 cm and this pipe weights 33 gr. Briar, vulcanite stem, air cooler. The chamber is mostly light excluding some darkening and roughness.


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