Vintage German Leather Metal Cigarette Case Hard Shell Metal Plates Hinges 3.5in

Welcome to Pipe Collectors Encyclopedia, your premier destination for museum-quality estate pipes with comprehensive historical and technical documentation. This is a German hard-shell cigarette case from the mid-20th century, constructed with genuine leather and reinforced metal side plates. The case features sturdy metal hinges and a snap closure, measuring 3.5 inches by 2.5 inches by 1 inch. Notably, it retains its original "Kontrollschein" (quality control inspection slip) from the manufacturing shop, a rare provenance document. German cigarette case manufacturing flourished in the 1920s-1950s, with craft tobacco shops and industrial producers creating pocket-sized protective vessels for premium cigarettes. The inclusion of an inspection slip reflects the era's emphasis on quality control and consumer confidence. Such cases were essential accessories for smokers before mass-produced alternatives became dominant. MARKS AND AUTHENTICATION: - Original "Kontrollschein" (Control Slip) included, dated from shop operational period - Inspector notation: "Employee No. 242" signature documented - Text reads: "We hope you will like the piece. Should any complaints arise, please return it with this control slip. The final inspection was carried out by our employee No. 242." - Country of origin: Germany (verified by construction methods and inspection documentation) - No maker's stamp visible on case itself CASE CONSTRUCTION: Hybrid leather-and-metal design with genuine leather body and protective metal side plates. Lid secured by functional metal hinges with precise snap closure. Hard-shell construction designed for crush resistance and pocket carry. LEATHER AND FINISH: Light coffee-colored genuine leather with patina consistent with mid-20th century manufacture. Metal plates show oxidation and wear appropriate to age. Overall finish shows honest use with no restoration attempted. CONDITION REPORT: Condition grade: to be confirmed. Case structure sound. Leather supple but shows honest patina. Metal hinges functional. Snap mechanism operates. Inspection slip present but fragile. Minor wear consistent with pocket carry. No repairs observed. Full condition assessment to be completed upon studio examination. DIMENSIONS: - Length: 3.5 inches - Width: 2.5 inches - Depth/Height: 1 inch - Weight: to be confirmed - Capacity: standard cigarette pocket case This German industrial design piece ships from the Faridunhill archive with worldwide postal service and professional conservation treatment. SKU: SKU-118