The pipe-makers in Gouda, their marks and ordinances

Author: Don Duco

Dutch title: Merken en Merkenrecht van de pijpenmakers in Gouda

Profound study  into the history of the pipemakers mark over three centuries, easily accessible with the English summary of each chapter. The complete list of over 1,500 Gouda pipe marks, all illustrated with their variations, lists also the names of the makers using these marks, including their dating. The ultimate instrument with which to date Dutch clay pipes and trace them to the individual maker.

Another archaeolgical & historical study by the acclaimed researcher in pipe history Don Duco.

260 pages, 1,700 marks, large size (29×29 cm), hardcover,  5 Registers for easy reference.