This would be about a Group 3. Nomenclature is partially strong and
then faint at far left and far right. The Shape number is 315/24.
The words "Made In England" are apparently under the silver band
protecting a hairline. There are some minor buffed out tooth
impressions at the lip, top and bottom. I am unable to say whether
the stem is original or a replacement. The pipe was made between 1924
and 1934 based on the nomenclature - "Dunhill's Shell" to the left of
"Made in England." (See Loring, "A Quick Dunhill Period Guide
(1910-1999)" in his "The Dunhill Briar Pipe - The Patent Years and
After.") My rating is based primarily on the repair band and tooth
marks on the stem. Length - 6
Height - 1 1/4
Chamber - 3/4
Bowl - 1 1/2
Depth - 1
Weight - 1.0 ounces (28.3 grams/ounce) |
