meerschaum pipe, looking for appraisal, possible sale

By meg tinsley, 26 April, 2009
Description

This is a white pipe carved into the face of a man with a beard and long curling hair and a turban with a carved jewel and feather on top. The mouth piece is a yellowish color with touches of white in it. It lays in a rectangular case with fuzzy white insides and "Royal Meerschaum handcarved block turkey" stamp inside.

Category
Other
Medium
meerschaum
Distinguishing marks
artist's name: ismeil 1974 carved on bottom, yellow pipe stem; case included, rectangular, says royal meerschaum handcarved block turkey; face of a man with beard, long curly hair and turban with jewel and feather
Condition
Mint
Size and dimensions of this item
6 inches longx3 inches highx1.5 inches wide
Date Period
1974
Weight
don't know, very light
History
got it at a rummage sale in california
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$20
For Sale?
No