Exclusief Kavel van 6 Vintage Estate-pijpen – o.a. Van der Pigge (Haarlem), 2x Hilson (Sera & - No reserve price - Pipe - Briar, Steel - (6)

A splendid, varied, and historically interesting collection of 6 vintage 'Estate' tobacco pipes, fully centered around famous English and Dutch top manufacturers. This lot excels with a fantastic diversity of materials and sought-after collector models. The absolute centerpiece is a historic display pipe from the well-known Haarlem house Van der Pigge, flanked by two rare Hilson lines, a classic Orlik, and a metal system pipe. All wooden bowls are made from high-quality briar wood (briar root) and are in a fine, original collectible condition.
NOTE: The depicted plastic pipe holders/display stands from Big Ben are solely for decoration for the presentation in the photos and are STRICTLY NOT FOR SALE and NOT INCLUDED in this auction!
1. Van der Pigge Haarlem 'Bluespot' – Rare Historic Shop Pipe
Origin/Year: Haarlem, Netherlands (Exclusively manufactured for/by the renowned Haarlem drugstore and medicinal tobacco dealer "A.J. van der Pigge", established 1849), approx. 1960 - 1970. Stamps: Shank deeply and sharply stamped with "VAN DER PIGGE - HAARLEM" and the serial name "BLUESPOT". The mouthpiece features the iconic inlaid green-blue dot (Blue Spot). Material: Selected briar wood with a beautiful, warm dark brown grain and a classic elegantly bent form.
2. Hilson 'Epocha' (Model 108) – Luxe Deep-Red Flame Bent Pipe
Origin/Year: Roermond, Netherlands (Elbert Gubbels & Zonen), approx. 1980. Stamps: Deeply stamped on the shank with the brand and serial name "HILSON" and "EPOCHA", with model number 108. The mouthpiece is inlaid with the original metal Hilson logo. Features: Gorgeous briar head with a deep burgundy red and black flamed polish finish (contrast stain). Equipped with a refined silver- and gold-colored double ring at the stem transition.
3. Hilson 'Sera' (Model 542 A) – Exclusive Bent Pipe with Transparent Mouthpiece
Origin/Year: Netherlands (Gubbels / Hilson), approx. 1970 - 1980. Stamps: Marked with "HILSON SERA", model number 542 A and origin "MADE IN HOLLAND". Features: Deep black high-gloss polished wooden head, paired with a very striking and sought-after fully transparent acrylic mouthpiece with a gold end-ring.
4. Orlik – Classic Straight 'Billiard' Pipe
Origin/Year: London, England (Orlik), approx. 1960 - 1970. Stamps: Shank beautifully provided with the historic stamps "ORLIK" with the recognizable logo and the text "MADE IN ENGLAND". Material: Selected briar wood with a bright, light brown honey finish and a stunning natural grain. Equipped with a wide silver-colored band ring.
5. Bristol De Luxe – Straight English Briar Pipe
Origin/Year: England, approx. 1970. Stamps: Featuring the deep, original stamps "BRISTOL DE LUXE" on the shank. Material: Warm gold-brown polished briar wood with a smooth, classic straight design.
6. Classic Metal System Pipe (Falcon style)
Origin/Year: Western Europe, approx. 1960 - 1970. Material: An iconic vintage design consisting of a detachable head of smooth briar wood on a central, lightweight stem made of anodized aluminum/metal. This innovative system at the time provided a dry and extra cool smoking experience.