ALFRED DUNHILL London Round Cigar Cutter In Steel And .925 Sterling Silver In Box
A cigar cutter designed by Alfred Dunhill.
This is a beautiful near mint cigar-cutter, created in London England by the Alfred Dunhill Company. The cigar cutter has been crafted in a round shape in solid .925/.999 sterling silver and decorated with engine turned Barley guilloche pattern. The guillotine blade is made of tempered stainless steel with brushed finish. Properly signed and stamped with the Dunhill's logo.
Brand: Dunhill.
Model: Round Cigar Cutter.
Produced: 1980.
Material: .925 Sterling silver and steel.
Weight: 33.2 Grams, (21.30 Dwt).
Measurements: Diameter of 46 mm and a thickness of 3 mm (1.81 x 0.12 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the silver, and signed in full, "DUNHILL LONDON MADE IN ENGLAND".
He inherited his father’s London saddlery in 1893. Following the increase in motor car ownership, Alfred developed the business to include motoring accessories, which he called ‘Dunhill’s Motorities’. This included goggles, timepieces, picnic sets, and leather coats, and it wasn’t long before the brand became associated with men’s general motoring attire. They opened two shops in Mayfair and had a catalogue of over 1300 items. Between the 1904 and 1905, Dunhill introduced their ‘Windshield Pipe’, to help drivers combat the effect of wind and travel on their ability to smoke. This marked both the end of the ‘motorities’ focus and their entry into the world of smoking ephemera, and they shortly opened their first tobacconist in 1907 on Duke Street. The proximity to several esteemed Private Members Clubs around the Mayfair, St James’ area ensured that the venture was a success. (From Nicholas Wells With Thanks).
Collateral: This cigar cutter is accompanied by the original designer's fitted box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Dunhill cigar cutter is near mint. Beside the little normal wear all parts are secured in the setting and in working condition. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D101224MAEK/.9842
