Kiko African Meerschaum-Lined Author Pipe

Kiko African Meerschaum-Lined Author Pipe - This Kiko Author pipe features a distinctive African meerschaum-lined design, combining smooth elegance with functional craftsmanship. The bowl is finished in a silky, high-gloss polish, with a rich dark brown tone that contrasts beautifully against the white genuine Amboseli block meerschaum lining.

A solid metal fitting reinforces the shank, providing added durability while creating a secure transition to the black bent stem. The stem is accented with Kiko’s signature white elephant logo, a distinctive mark of authenticity and heritage. Stamped “KIKO 139” on one side of the shank and “Made in Tanganyika” on the other, this genuine African pipe is a rare and collectible example of historic craftsmanship.

This is an authentic block meerschaum pipe from Africa, and although the pipe is over a half century old, it is unsmoked and in excellent condition. The pipe comes with its original box with the Kiko name printed on the top and Genuine Amboseli Meerschaum on the side. The box shows minimal wear and tear, and their name, Tanganyika Meerschaum Corporation Limited, along with their elephant logo, is printed on the box. An original small booklet telling the history of meerschaum with a description and pictures of the different African pipe styles is also included.

In 1955 Kenyan businessmen from Nairobi established the Tanganyika Meerschaum Corporation after a meerschaum mine was discovered close to the surface on Mount Kilimanjaro. Another mine was soon discovered near Lake Amboseli. The meerschaum from this part of East Africa was known to be tougher, less porous and priced less than Turkish meerschaum. Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged and became known as Tanzania in October of 1964. The company closed soon after.

All dimensions are approximate.

Length: 5.3"
Height: 1.6"
Width: 1.6"
Bowl Depth: 1.1"
Bowl Dia.: 0.70"

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