SER JACOPO - Pipe - Briar
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Description from the seller
IDENTIFICATION OF THE PIPE
Pipemaker / Brand: Ser Jacopo
Country of origin: Italy
Production: Handcrafted artisanal manufacture
Series / Line: PER ASPERA AD ASTRA
Grade: S2
Shape: Straight Billiard
Finish: Deep rustic finish with natural red-brown coloration
MATERIALS
Chamber: Selected Italian briar
Bit: Black acrylic with original red dot insert
Accessory: Original metal gold-plated pipe rest
MARKINGS FOUND
“Ser Jacopo”
“PER ASPERA AD ASTRA”
“S2”
“Made in Italy”
All markings are original, factory-applied, and fully consistent with authentic Ser Jacopo production.
The pipe belongs to the Ser Jacopo series “Per Aspera Ad Astra,” one of the brand’s most recognizable and symbolically significant lines.
It features a classic straight Billiard shape with pronounced and well-defined rustic finish, typical of Ser Jacopo craftsmanship.
The briar shows a warm, deep tone, with darker shading inside the rustic finish.
The upper rim shows signs of use consistent with careful and regular smoking.
The original black acrylic mouthpiece is correctly shaped and perfectly matched, with the characteristic Ser Jacopo red dot.
The presence of the original gold-plated pipe rest increases the display and collection value of the piece.
Overall condition: 8/10 – Very Good
Chamber: Smoked, structurally sound, absence of cracks, burn marks or repairs
Rim: Intact, with natural and slight darkening from use
Mouthpiece: Excellent condition, light signs of use, no oxidation
Structure: Fully functional and mechanically solid
ESTIMATED AGE
Late 20th century – Early 21st century
(roughly 1990s – early 2000s)
Dating based on the series classification, style of markings, and materials used.
CURRENT MARKET ASSESSMENT
Estimated market value:
€220 – €300
IDENTIFICATION OF THE PIPE
Pipemaker / Brand: Ser Jacopo
Country of origin: Italy
Production: Handcrafted artisanal manufacture
Series / Line: PER ASPERA AD ASTRA
Grade: S2
Shape: Straight Billiard
Finish: Deep rustic finish with natural red-brown coloration
MATERIALS
Chamber: Selected Italian briar
Bit: Black acrylic with original red dot insert
Accessory: Original metal gold-plated pipe rest
MARKINGS FOUND
“Ser Jacopo”
“PER ASPERA AD ASTRA”
“S2”
“Made in Italy”
All markings are original, factory-applied, and fully consistent with authentic Ser Jacopo production.
The pipe belongs to the Ser Jacopo series “Per Aspera Ad Astra,” one of the brand’s most recognizable and symbolically significant lines.
It features a classic straight Billiard shape with pronounced and well-defined rustic finish, typical of Ser Jacopo craftsmanship.
The briar shows a warm, deep tone, with darker shading inside the rustic finish.
The upper rim shows signs of use consistent with careful and regular smoking.
The original black acrylic mouthpiece is correctly shaped and perfectly matched, with the characteristic Ser Jacopo red dot.
The presence of the original gold-plated pipe rest increases the display and collection value of the piece.
Overall condition: 8/10 – Very Good
Chamber: Smoked, structurally sound, absence of cracks, burn marks or repairs
Rim: Intact, with natural and slight darkening from use
Mouthpiece: Excellent condition, light signs of use, no oxidation
Structure: Fully functional and mechanically solid
ESTIMATED AGE
Late 20th century – Early 21st century
(roughly 1990s – early 2000s)
Dating based on the series classification, style of markings, and materials used.
CURRENT MARKET ASSESSMENT
Estimated market value:
€220 – €300
Details
Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Manufacturer/brand
SER JACOPO
Material
Briar
Country of Origin
Italy
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Period
1990-2000
