Las Vegas 4016 Meerschaum-Lined Briar Dublin | Ornate Floral Rim Saddle Stem

Welcome to Pipe Collectors Encyclopedia, your premier destination for museum-quality estate pipes with comprehensive historical and technical documentation. IDENTIFICATION This is a Las Vegas brand model 4016 Dublin in golden smooth finish, dating to the mid-20th century. The pipe features a meerschaum-lined chamber and a notably ornate, sculptured floral-carved rim that distinguishes it from standard production Dublins of the era. The slightly bent saddle stem and open draw design reflect the smoking preferences of vintage American pipe enthusiasts. HISTORICAL CONTEXT Las Vegas pipes emerge from the mid-20th century American pipe-making tradition, a period when domestic manufacturers competed with imported European lines. The brand's numbering system and golden smooth aesthetic align with post-WWII production methods. Meerschaum lining was a premium feature reserved for higher-end models, indicating this 4016 occupied a mid-to-upper tier in the Las Vegas catalog. The floral carving on the rim suggests custom or limited-edition work, though production records remain to be confirmed. Las Vegas pipes are less documented than contemporary European makers, making verified examples valuable to American pipe historians. GRADING AND MARKS - Stamping: 'LAS VEGAS' and '4016' (location and clarity to be confirmed) - Finish: Golden smooth briar with warm patina - Rim treatment: Hand-sculpted floral carving, ornate profile - Chamber lining: Meerschaum insert - Stem material: Vulcanite saddle configuration - Country of origin: To be confirmed (likely U.S. or European production) SHAPE ANALYSIS The Dublin form presents a compact, symmetrical bowl on a straight shank, paired with a gently curved saddle stem for ergonomic draw. The bowl sits proportionately to the shank length, creating the classic Dublin silhouette. The meerschaum lining requires precision boring and fit, indicating quality craftsmanship. BRIAR AND FINISH The briar displays a uniform golden smooth finish with visible grain character beneath the polish. The patina indicates age and careful use; no tool marks or refinishing are apparent. The meerschaum lining is visible at the rim and chamber-a bright, cream-colored mineral contrast to the dark briar. CONDITION REPORT Overall grade: Excellent estate condition. The rim shows no bite marks, cracks, or burn damage. The chamber is clean and uncharred. The stem saddle is intact with minor surface wear consistent with light smoking and careful storage. No fills, repairs, or reconstructions detected. The pipe is ready to smoke after professional sanitation. DIMENSIONS - Overall length: To be confirmed - Bowl height: To be confirmed - Chamber diameter: To be confirmed - Chamber depth: To be confirmed - Weight: To be confirmed CLOSING This Las Vegas 4016 ships directly from the Faridunhill archive with worldwide delivery and professional sanitation included. A functional work of vintage American pipe artistry and smoking engineering. SKU: SKU-057