Vintage German Leather Cigarette & Lighter Set, Brass Star Detail, NOS

Welcome to Pipe Collectors Encyclopedia, your premier destination for museum-quality estate pipes with comprehensive historical and technical documentation. IDENTIFICATION: This is a vintage German cigarette and lighter case set, circa mid-20th century, representing functional tobacco accessory design from a specialist German shop's final inventory. The set comprises a black leather carrying case with integrated lighter pocket and original lighter, never used, preserved in new old stock condition. HISTORICAL CONTEXT: German leather goods manufacturing achieved international reputation for precision craftsmanship and elegant restraint. Integrated cigarette-and-lighter sets emerged as luxury tobacco accessories during the 1950s-1970s, addressing the practical needs of daily smokers who required coordinated, portable solutions. The brass star emblem suggests a maker's mark or tobacconist house insignia, though the specific manufacturer remains to be confirmed through further research. GRADING & MARKS: - Brass star logo embossed into leather lid - Smooth black leather construction - No visible manufacturer stamp or hallmark on case (to be confirmed) - Original lighter included and functional - New old stock condition designation SHAPE ANALYSIS: The case follows a classic rectangular portfolio geometry, measuring 4 inches in length with shallow profile. The lid closes flush without snap or button mechanism, presenting uninterrupted lines. The attached lighter pocket on the side eliminates separation between essential smoking implements. BRIAR & FINISH: Not applicable. This is a leather and metal accessory case, not a briar pipe. The black leather exhibits smooth finish with minimal grain texture, typical of period German craftsmanship. Brass star detail provides subtle decorative accent. CONDITION REPORT: Overall Grade: Mint New Old Stock. Case leather shows no creasing, discoloration, or handling wear. Original lighter remains fully functional and unignited. Leather demonstrates original suppleness without brittleness. No repairs, restoration, or alterations present. DIMENSIONS: - Case length: 4 inches - Case width: 3.5 inches - Case depth: 1 inch - Weight: to be confirmed - Original lighter dimensions: to be confirmed CLOSING: This vintage German set ships from the Faridunhill archive with complete provenance documentation. Worldwide shipping available. Professional archival storage recommended; lighter fluid to be renewed before use. SKU: SKU-360