GBD Estate Pipe Virgin 9493 Pot

GBD
Virgin 9493 Pot

About the maker:
GBD pipes were the most affordable high end pipe of the 1960's.  A rival in quality, design, and price to Dunhill.  Smokers' Haven was the main retail supplier for GBD's until the early 1980's, when production quality slipped.  GBD produced consistently well made pipes, almost entirely of Algerian briar. In the late 1960's to late 1970's, they introduced the "Collector" and "Unique" lines, made primarily by Jamieson, who had carved for Barling for many years, and was skilled in freehand design. Older GBD pieces are excellent smokers and unique in design.  Dollar for Dollar, the old GBD pipes are the best!

Origin
London, England or France (see markings)

Description:
This is an unusual older cross-grained piece from the 1960's. Only the finest of closely grained briar is utilized for this exceptional pipe. No fills, and beautiful natural finish.

Condition:

98/100 - Inner rim darkening

Markings:
GBD 
Virgin
London England
9493

Approximate Measurements:
Length of Pipe: 5  3/4  inches
Height of Bowl: 1  5/8  inches
Width of Bowl:  1  5/8  inches    
Tobacco Chamber Diameter: 7/8  inches
Tobacco Chamber Depth:  1  1/8  inches