Pair of Red Coral Opium Needles

c. 1850
$180 USD
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Dimensions
W: 5.5" D: 0.25" H: 0.25"
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CDKZ049C
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$20

A pair of thin rods of red coral likely originally used as opium needles, sharp tools for moving sticky opium paste to the pipe bowl while smoking.

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PIPE DREAMS

Beginning in the 18th century, smoking opium recreationally became an entire culture unto itself, replete with beautifully crafted paraphernalia that expressed one's good taste and refinement.

Each step of the smoking process called for a different accessory, each an opportunity to impress.

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