Antique German Leather Cigar Case with Metal Frame, Mid-20th Century NOS

Welcome to Pipe Collectors Encyclopedia, your premier destination for museum-quality estate pipes with comprehensive historical and technical documentation. IDENTIFICATION This is an antique cigar case, not a pipe-a significant distinction for the tobaccoiana collector. Crafted in Germany during the mid-to-late twentieth century, this x-large case features a hinged leather exterior with metal frame and acrylic interior lining. The piece remains in new old stock condition, having spent decades in storage without use. The shield logo marked on the exterior remains unidentified in archival records. HISTORICAL CONTEXT German leather goods manufacturers of the mid-twentieth century were renowned for precision engineering and material quality. This case emerged during an era when cigar smoking represented a mark of status and refinement, and portable humidor cases became essential accessories for the gentleman collector. The integration of acrylic cellular patterning reflects mid-century modern design influence, evident in postwar European manufactures. The specific maker behind the shield mark requires further archival research to confirm. GRADING AND MARKS - Shield logo embossed on exterior (maker identity to be confirmed) - Metal frame border with industrial finish - Firm metal locking mechanism (fully functional, positive click engagement) - Acrylic interior lining with cellular pattern design - Smooth genuine leather exterior, light surface patina from storage - Country of origin: Germany - Condition grade: New Old Stock (NOS) CASE ANALYSIS The silhouette is minimalist and rectangular, designed to accommodate x-large figurado and premium parejo cigars. The rigid metal border provides structural integrity while contrasting with the organic warmth of the leather hide. Interior dimensions and capacity are optimized for substantial cigar storage without compression. MATERIAL AND FINISH Smooth genuine leather exterior exhibits characteristic light surface patina consistent with decades of storage-not damage, but honest evidence of age. The leather shows no cracking, peeling, or deterioration. Metal frame presents an industrial finish with a cool aesthetic contrast. Acrylic lining displays mid-century cellular patterning, evocative of space-age scientific imagery. CONDITION REPORT Overall grade: New Old Stock (NOS). The case has never been used for cigar storage. Exterior leather shows only light surface micro-scratches from long-term dormancy-no gouges, stains, or structural compromise. Metal locking mechanism functions perfectly with reassuring positive engagement. Interior acrylic lining is intact and unblemished. No repairs required or evident. DIMENSIONS - Overall length: 8.25 inches - Width: 2.75 inches - Depth: 1.0 inch - Capacity: X-large cigar accommodation - Weight: To be confirmed This exceptional storage artifact ships directly from the Faridunhill archive with worldwide shipping available. Professional sanitization and careful packaging ensure arrival in documented condition. SKU: SKU-394