This pipe stem and pipe bowl is made of wood and stone, respectively. The stone pipe bowl is elbow or L-shaped and has several circles carved around each end, with additional carving at the bend of the elbow in the design of a sunburst. The pipe stem is long and rectangular and is decorated with eight brass nails on each side, some of which are missing. On the other side of the stem, rectangular shapes have been polished.
On March 16, 2015 during a NAGPRA collections review, designated tribal representatives from the three Ute tribes informed History Colorado staff that because this pipe may be made from catlinite, so it was most likely used for ceremonial purposes, but it may have also been used for leisurely smoking.