Historical information

Pipe smoking is the oldest form of smoking. Tobacco was the most common substance used which dated from the mid 1600's. The practice is typically associated with relaxation and is more typically a mans' domain. Pipe of various types and construction were often used in ceremonies in many cultures around the world. The practice has declined in many parts of the world due to the

Significance

A common item linked to a fairly common practice of the 18th- 20th centuries.

Physical description

.1 Brown and caramel coloured pipe separated with a black band and silver overlay engraved with a leaf pattern.The bowl section is dark brown with a fine wood grain. The stem section is amber in colour and is possibly an early composite material such as bakelite.
.2 The pipe shaped case is wood and is covered with leather on the outside and lined with greenish velvet with a small metal hinge on one end.

Inscriptions & markings

W.A.T.with hallmark anchor, lion and unreadable letter.