Vintage German Leather Cigarette Pack Holder - Natural Minimalist Design - 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-made leather cigarette pack holder in natural tan leather, circa mid-20th century. New old stock condition, acquired from a closed specialist tobacconist. A functional tobacco accessory representing honest German craft principles. HISTORICAL CONTEXT German leather goods craftsmanship flourished in the mid-20th century, with tobacco accessory makers emphasizing material integrity over ornamentation. This holder exemplifies the Bauhaus-influenced design philosophy of form following function. No specific maker identified on the piece. The item represents stock from a now-closed tobacconist, suggesting regional European origin and authentic period retail provenance. GRADING & MARKS - No maker mark or hallmark present - No stampings, logos, or branding visible - Finish: Natural tan leather, unfinished and unlined - Country of origin: German (to be confirmed) - Condition grade: New Old Stock (NOS), unused SHAPE ANALYSIS Rectangular pouch with fold-over lid design. Single integrated leather strap closure threaded through hand-stitched slot. No metal hardware or fasteners. Minimalist construction emphasizing leather-to-leather joinery. Slim profile optimized for jacket or trouser pocket carry. LEATHER & FINISH Supple genuine leather in natural tan color, unlined throughout. Leather strap closure adds rustic tactile quality. Material shows no artificial treatments or finishes. Patina development expected with use. Construction appears hand-stitched with visible seaming. CONDITION REPORT New Old Stock, unused and pristine. No creasing, staining, or wear to leather. Stitching intact and even. Closure mechanism functions smoothly. No repairs, fills, or restoration. This is a genuine NOS retail item in original condition. DIMENSIONS - Length: 4.5 inches - Width: 3.0 inches - Depth/Thickness: 1.0 inch - Weight: To be confirmed - Capacity: Standard cigarette pack or small daily essentials CLOSING This German leather cigarette pack holder ships directly from the Faridunhill archive with worldwide courier service available. Professional conditioning and detailed provenance documentation included with purchase. SKU: SKU-125