Could it be an opium pipe?

[Nyna]

Hi guys,

Could it be an opium pipe?
How old do you think it is?

Thank you!

[Damon]

Hello

This looks like a qalamdan (Persian for pen container). Often a brass container which held a pen and an accompanying inkwell. Ottoman or Persian or adjacent territories

I think these were often reproduced as souvenirs so can't comment on age

Hope this helps

Damon

[AG2012]

Right, Ottoman or Persian Divit Qalamdan

From Arabic dawat. Turkish kalem (pen, quill).
Looks old (19th century) but if exposed to elements brass can show patina and oxidation rather quickly.
Regards

[Nyna]

Thank you very much Damon and AG2012.

I didn't know it could be a pen container, it's really interesting!

You're very kind and precise.