Vintage German Leather Cigarette & Lighter Set | Compact 4in Case, Brass Star Detail

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 leather cigarette and lighter case set from mid-20th-century manufacture. The compact 4-inch case features integrated lighter storage and distinctive brass star embossing, representing a complete gentleman's smoking accessory ensemble from a specialist tobacco shop's final inventory. HISTORICAL CONTEXT German leather goods craftsmanship reached its zenith in the post-war era, particularly in specialized smoking accessories. These compact cigarette cases with integrated lighter pockets represent a practical solution for the organized urban smoker of the 1950s-1970s. The brass star logo suggests a regional tobacconist or imported luxury brand, though maker attribution remains to be confirmed through further archival research. GRADING & MARKS - Brass star embossed logo set into leather lid - German manufacture (country of origin marked or inferred) - No maker hallmark currently identified - to be confirmed - New old stock (NOS) condition designation - No visible stamps, rivets, or secondary markings noted CASE ANALYSIS Smooth black leather construction with rigid body structure offers excellent protection and aging patina potential. The attached side pocket for lighter integration demonstrates thoughtful industrial design. Simple lid closure without snap hardware creates clean aesthetic lines typical of mid-century German luxury goods. LEATHER & FINISH Black leather shows smooth finish with slight surface rigidity characteristic of vintage vegetable-tanned stock. No cracks, creasing, or color fading observed. The leather retains original suppleness and will develop natural patina with use and age. CONDITION REPORT New old stock condition: pristine. Case exhibits no wear, creasing, or surface damage. Leather finish unmarred. Original lighter included and functional. All components unused and complete as originally assembled. Grade: NOS/Mint. DIMENSIONS - Case length: 4 inches - Case width: 3.5 inches - Case depth: 1 inch - Weight: to be confirmed - Lighter pocket capacity: standard lighter size CLOSING This complete cigarette and lighter set ships from Faridunhill's archive with worldwide shipping available. Professional sanitation and careful handling ensure safe arrival. SKU: SKU-210