DON CARLOS ROSSELLA CAGLI 2012 - Pipe - Briar

CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY, DESCRIPTION AND EVALUATION Object: Don Carlos artisanal pipe – Special Edition “Rosaria” Event: Cagli Pipe Fair Year: 2012 Origin: Italy – Scuola Pesarese (Pesaro area) ATTRIBUTION Manufacture attributable to the Don Carlos brand, founded by master artisan Bruto Sordini, a reference figure of the Italian tradition of artisanal pipes. Exceptional specimen bearing the signature “ROSARIA”, attributable to the master’s wife, rare and non-serial presence in the brand’s production. HISTORICAL CONTEXT The pipe was made on the occasion of the Cagli Pipe Fair 2012, the most important Italian event dedicated to pipe collecting and artisanal pipe production. Editions linked to this event are generally: - produced in limited quantities - destined for collectors - often characterized by special signatures or markings The presence of the Rosaria signature adds further uniqueness and rarity. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION Material: natural select briar Finish: deep russet with strong tactile character Coloration: dark red/black tone typical of Don Carlos production Bore: original ebonite/acrylic Markings: “ROSARIA” “P. CAGLI 2012” CONDITION Pipe has been smoked, in good / very good condition: - inner chamber intact - solid structure - signs of use consistent with age - no invasive restorations detected RARITY Specimen to be considered rare, due to the combination of: - authentic Don Carlos production - Cagli 2012 event edition - “Rosaria” signature (non-standard and uncommon) MARKET VALUATION As of today: Quick market value: €220 – €280 Fair market value: €300 – €380 Collector/seller-optimal value: €400 – €450 Conclusion: Pipe of significant collectible interest, particularly for enthusiasts of the Pesarese school and non-standard Don Carlos productions.

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