Meerschaum Pipe Help - with pic

[catie]

I inherited this pipe from my grandfather. I would say it's approx. 40 to 50 years old. It is unused as well. There is the #36 written inside the bowl and I have been trying to find out some history but am unable so far to find anything about this type of pipe with a number. I'm hoping someone can help me with the history. Thanks.

 

[framitz]

Number was probably for inventory. No name no way to identify smoke it and enjoy. Shel

 

[catie]

Shel, thanks so much for the reply.