Meerschaum Pipe

Meerschaum is a rare, sturdy material mined from the shores and sea-beds of Turkey. Meerschaum is a word of German origin meaning "sea foam." Meerschaum's natural pores filter tobacco tar and allow for a clean, smooth smoke every time. Don't smoke too much though. While Meerschaum is a sturdy substance, over-smoking it can cause irreparable damage. It is best to purchase several pipes to allow them a suitable resting period between smoking.

Each meerschaum piece is hand-carved and comes from Turkey. Carvers have the difficult job of not only artistically reshaping the material, but also purchasing large blocks of meerschaum. Meerschaum stone is a rare commodity and its premier form, block , is exclusive to Turkey.

Hand carved solid block meerschaum from Turkey by famed artist Bekler. this is a large sized bowl measures 3" high..

Hand carved solid block meerschaum from Turkey by famed artist Bekler. this is a large Billiard with complete lion body. measures 2⅜" high and 6¼" long.

Hand carved solid block meerschaum from Turkey by famed artist Bekler. this is a medium sized bowl measures 2½" high and 6¾" long.

Hand carved solid block meerschaum from Turkey by famed artist Bekler. this is a medium-large sized bowl measures 3½" high.

Hand carved solid block meerschaum from Turkey; Large sized bowl measures 2 ¼" high and 5½" long

Large Bowl with heavy wax treatment. Solid Block Meerschaum handcarved in Turkey. Large sized bowl measures 2" high and 6¼" long