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Title: Antique G.F.B. Genuine French Briar Pipe 14K Gold Mounts Amber Stem Orig CaseDescription:Exceptional antique G.F.B. (Genuine French Briar) tobacco pipe, believed to date from approximately the turn of the 20th century.This is an unusually elaborate example featuring ornate precious-metal mounts marked 14K, a translucent amber stem, French briar bowl, and its original fitted G.F.B. Genuine French Briar case.Details:- G.F.B. / Genuine French Briar
- Approximately 5.9 inches long
- Weight approximately 1.4 oz / 40 grams
- Ornate metal mounts marked 14K
- Amber stem
- French briar bowl
- Original fitted G.F.B. case
- Elaborate relief/openwork decoration around both the shank and bowl
- Antique estate condition with age-related wear and patinaThe pipe has not been polished or aggressively restored. It is being offered in the condition shown so the next owner can decide whether any conservation or restoration is appropriate.The long amber-colored stem remains especially attractive and displays beautifully when illuminated.Please examine all photographs carefully. They form an important part of the description and show the markings, decorative metalwork, stem, briar and original case in detail.Important: The metal is visibly stamped 14K. Unless independently tested before sale, I am describing it as “marked 14K” rather than making an additional guarantee regarding metal composition.A particularly handsome early G.F.B. and an unusual survivor with its fitted case.Buy It Now: $895
Best Offer welcome.
