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4 photographsArchive Record FUH-V59Y-UYYB-U
Yves St. Claude Versailles (855) Paneled Pipe
Era undetermined
Dating: UndeterminedFrance4 photographs
Reference example
This pipe is documented here as an example for study — it is a record in the archive, not an item offered for sale. Everything below is what the piece itself, and the evidence around it, will honestly support.
Attribute checklist
Original stem
Yes
Faridunhill standing declaration
Stem replaced or re-cut
No
Faridunhill standing declaration
Rim cleaned (no wood removed)
Yes
Faridunhill standing declaration
Refinished
No
Faridunhill standing declaration
Chamber reamed
Yes
Faridunhill standing declaration
Smoked
Yes
Faridunhill standing declaration
Facts, not a grade. We do not score a pipe out of ten: a number would rank a restored pipe above an honest one, and restoration is exactly what this hobby prices down. Every line above is checkable by anyone holding the pipe. Lines marked Faridunhill standing declaration rest on our published, dated statement of shop practice (v1.0, 2026-07-29) — not on an inspection of this individual pipe. It is one document, in public, that you can hold us to.
The entry
This Yves St. Claude Versailles is a paneled pipe carved from , distinguished by its geometric faceting and the model number 855. The pipe belongs to the Versailles line, which typically denotes a series of pipes with refined craftsmanship and elegant finishes. Paneled shapes are characterized by flat surfaces that create a structured, architectural silhouette, offering both visual interest and a comfortable grip. Claude was actively producing pipes in France. The stampings include the brand name, line designation, and shape number, which align with the maker's conventions for identifying their models.