PIPE STEM

Overview

Black Bakelite pipe stem, square end with a round tenon that plugs into the pipe stummel (at the mortise). The other end tapers into a flat end (bit) with an oval slit opening (button) where the smoke is drawn through.

Historical information

One of the items collected by Kim Fletcher from 15 William Street Armadale, the home of Archelaus Row who lived there for over 40 years. Kim was a neighbour.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-33-COA2014.42b
Item type
Width
15 mm
Height or length
10 mm
Inscriptions and markings

Text on stem: [NUT / MADE IN FRANCE]

Statement of significance

LOW
The pipe was used by Archelaus Row who lived at 15 William Street, Armadale in the mid 1900s.
The pipe represents a time when smoking was common, even popular, before the dangers of smoking were widely known in the community its popularity diminished. The pipe would have been an item Archelaus would have carried with him as well as had around the house so he could indulge it when needed.

Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Rare or representative
Well provenanced
City of Armadale - History House

City of Armadale - History House

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