German Vintage Leather Cigarette Case with Brass Star & Lighter | NOS Compact 3.25in

Welcome to Pipe Collectors Encyclopedia, your premier destination for museum-quality estate pipes with comprehensive historical and technical documentation. This is a vintage German leather cigarette and lighter set, not a pipe. The compact case measures 3.25 inches by 3 inches by 1 inch and features an integrated lighter pocket with original lighter included. Crafted from smooth black leather with a distinctive brass star embossed detail, this is new old stock (NOS) from a specialist German tobacco shop, never used or carried. HISTORICAL CONTEXT: German leather goods manufacturers were renowned throughout the 20th century for producing high-quality tobacco accessories. This integrated cigarette case and lighter set represents a practical solution for mid-century smokers who wanted both essentials in one coordinated unit. The brass star logo suggests a specific maker or tobacco house, though maker attribution requires further research. Such sets were standard inventory in specialist tobacco shops across Germany from the 1950s through 1980s. GRADING & MARKS: - Brass star logo: embossed into leather lid - Black smooth leather: unmarked surface otherwise - No visible maker mark or hallmark (maker identity to be confirmed) - Condition grade: New Old Stock (pristine, unused) - Country of origin: Germany CASE DESIGN ANALYSIS: The case employs a simple, button-free closure with a dedicated side pocket for the matching lighter. The shallow 1-inch depth was designed for pocket carry. The brass star detail serves both as aesthetic accent and potential maker identification. LEATHER & FINISH: Smooth black leather with light surface patina consistent with decades of storage. No cracks, creases, or scuffs. The leather retains its original suppleness. Brass star shows expected tarnish typical of aged brass. CONDITION REPORT: New Old Stock condition. Case: pristine, uncarried, no wear. Lighter: functional, included, original to set. No repairs, fills, or restoration required. This is an unused retail item from final inventory. DIMENSIONS: - Overall case length: 3.25 inches - Case width: 3 inches - Case depth: 1 inch - Weight: to be confirmed - Lighter type: to be confirmed This vintage German accessory set ships from the Faridunhill archive with worldwide shipping available. Professional conservation and sanitation provided. Ideal for tobacco ephemera collectors, German design enthusiasts, or mid-century lifestyle collectors. SKU: SKU-367