What is this object?

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by rhiwfield, Dec 8, 2015.

  1. rhiwfield

    rhiwfield Well-Known Member

    Seen in an auction lot (there were two of them). I recall thinking that the slim thing on the chain looked a bit like a propelling pencil. About 7 inches long from memory.

    Any ideas welcomed
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    rhiwfield, Dec 8, 2015
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  2. 42Skeezix

    42Skeezix Moderator Moderator

    It's a (Chinese?) water pipe. Often referred to as opium pipes though just as likely used for tobacco.
     
    42Skeezix, Dec 8, 2015
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  3. rhiwfield

    rhiwfield Well-Known Member

    Thanks Skeezix, I would have had fun trying to insert pencil lead!
     
    rhiwfield, Dec 8, 2015
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  4. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    try inserting some opium.....:hungry:
     
    komokwa, Dec 8, 2015
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