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1920's Art Deco Austria Cigarette Case & Lighter Crocodile Design & Original Box
1920's Art Deco Austria Cigarette Case & Lighter Crocodile Design & Original Box

1920's Art Deco Austria Cigarette Case & Lighter Crocodile Design & Original Box

Located in Red Lion, PA

Ultra Rare 1920s Art Deco Dual Cigarette Case & Lighter: Crocodile Design with Original Box

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Brass Miners Lantern Lighter & Marble Ashtray Vintage German 1920s
Brass Miners Lantern Lighter & Marble Ashtray Vintage German 1920s

Brass Miners Lantern Lighter & Marble Ashtray Vintage German 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic 1920s Art Deco Winners Lantern lighter on Marble Pedestal Ashtray. This exquisite German

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Vintage 1920s German Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal

Carrington & Co 1920s Antique Sterling Silver Table Lighter
Carrington & Co 1920s Antique Sterling Silver Table Lighter

Carrington & Co 1920s Antique Sterling Silver Table Lighter

By Carrington & Co

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine, and impressive, antique George V English sterling silver table lighter; an

Category

Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1920 Red Enamel Lift Arm French Table Lighter
1920 Red Enamel Lift Arm French Table Lighter

1920 Red Enamel Lift Arm French Table Lighter

$775

H 4.25 in W 3.25 in D 1.25 in

1920 Red Enamel Lift Arm French Table Lighter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original late 1920s red enamel tabletop lighter features a classic lift arm design Made in France

Category

Vintage 1920s American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

RARE Nude Smoking Women w/ Temptation Devil Figurative Ashtray w/ Lighter
RARE Nude Smoking Women w/ Temptation Devil Figurative Ashtray w/ Lighter

RARE Nude Smoking Women w/ Temptation Devil Figurative Ashtray w/ Lighter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This 1920s white metal table lighter and ashtray features a Devil/Satyr bust above a smoking nymph

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

RIPLEY & GOWAN 1928 Art Deco .925 Sterling Guilloche Enamel Purse Petrol Lighter
RIPLEY & GOWAN 1928 Art Deco .925 Sterling Guilloche Enamel Purse Petrol Lighter

RIPLEY & GOWAN 1928 Art Deco .925 Sterling Guilloche Enamel Purse Petrol Lighter

Located in Miami, FL

from the 1920's. They manufactured, compacts, boxes, lighters and jewelry and were very famous for

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver

Original Pair of Art Deco 'Mazda' Table Lamps
Original Pair of Art Deco 'Mazda' Table Lamps

Original Pair of Art Deco 'Mazda' Table Lamps

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

table lamps and as floor standing up-lighters from the 1920s to the 1940s, the timeless design of these

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

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1920s Dunhill Unique Gold-Plated Petrol Lighter, Good Working Order
1920s Dunhill Unique Gold-Plated Petrol Lighter, Good Working Order

1920s Dunhill Unique Gold-Plated Petrol Lighter, Good Working Order

By Dunhill

Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

1920s Dunhill unique gold-plated petrol lighter, good working order Serial no. 43752.

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold Plate

1920's Art Deco Black Porcelain Electronic "Tilt to Light" Lighter
1920's Art Deco Black Porcelain Electronic "Tilt to Light" Lighter

1920's Art Deco Black Porcelain Electronic "Tilt to Light" Lighter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

during the 1920s. This black Porcelain lighter has clean lines, geometric shapes, and patterns on the

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Vintage 1920s Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Porcelain

Table lighter Lancel  - "La boule de Lancel"  1920s
Table lighter Lancel  - "La boule de Lancel"  1920s

Table lighter Lancel - "La boule de Lancel" 1920s

By Lancel Paris

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

mechanism, includes a smoker's stand and cigarette box. One of the early automatic lighters from the 1920s

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Very Rare circa 1920s Alfred Dunhill Unique Sterling Silver Time Piece Lighter
Very Rare circa 1920s Alfred Dunhill Unique Sterling Silver Time Piece Lighter

Very Rare circa 1920s Alfred Dunhill Unique Sterling Silver Time Piece Lighter

By Dunhill

Located in GB

sterling silver Alfred Dunhill lighter with built in pocket wrist watch movement The piece is top to

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Vintage Folk Art Turned Wood Lighthouse Table Lighter, c. 1920s
Large Vintage Folk Art Turned Wood Lighthouse Table Lighter, c. 1920s

Large Vintage Folk Art Turned Wood Lighthouse Table Lighter, c. 1920s

Located in Bristol, GB

Antique Folk Art Lighter Depicting a lighthouse sitting on carved rocks with steps leading up to

Category

Vintage 1920s Folk Art Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Silver Plated DUNHILL Rollagas Lighter Basket 1960s
Vintage Silver Plated DUNHILL Rollagas Lighter Basket 1960s

Vintage Silver Plated DUNHILL Rollagas Lighter Basket 1960s

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in DELFT, NL

Dunhill, a brand synonymous with quintessential British elegance, has been crafting lighters since

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Silver Plate

RUPERT LICHTMAN 1920 Austria “ER-ELL” Lighter Fortuna-Drehring Embossed Brass
RUPERT LICHTMAN 1920 Austria “ER-ELL” Lighter Fortuna-Drehring Embossed Brass

RUPERT LICHTMAN 1920 Austria “ER-ELL” Lighter Fortuna-Drehring Embossed Brass

Located in Miami, FL

Vienna Austria by the Rupert Lichtman Company, back in 1920's. The pocket lighter is the Fortuna model

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass, Bronze

RIPLEY & GOWAN 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Lighter In .925 Sterling Silver
RIPLEY & GOWAN 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Lighter In .925 Sterling Silver

RIPLEY & GOWAN 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Lighter In .925 Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

padlock. The earliest compacts date from the 1920's. They manufactured, compacts, boxes, lighters and

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Steel

RIPLEY & GOWAN 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Box In .925 Sterling Silver
RIPLEY & GOWAN 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Box In .925 Sterling Silver

RIPLEY & GOWAN 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Box In .925 Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

the R&G letters within a padlock. The earliest compacts date from the 1920's. They manufactured

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Ripley And Gowan 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Box In .925 Sterling Silver
Ripley And Gowan 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Box In .925 Sterling Silver

Ripley And Gowan 1920 Art Deco Guilloche Enamel Box In .925 Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

letters within a padlock. The earliest compacts date from the 1920's. They manufactured, compacts, boxes

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

1920's Art Deco Austria Cigarette Case & Lighter Crocodile Design & Original Box
1920's Art Deco Austria Cigarette Case & Lighter Crocodile Design & Original Box

1920's Art Deco Austria Cigarette Case & Lighter Crocodile Design & Original Box

Located in Red Lion, PA

Ultra Rare 1920s Art Deco Dual Cigarette Case & Lighter: Crocodile Design with Original Box (Made

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Enamel

1920's Art Deco Marathon Red and Black Enamel Combo Cigarette Case and Lighter
1920's Art Deco Marathon Red and Black Enamel Combo Cigarette Case and Lighter

1920's Art Deco Marathon Red and Black Enamel Combo Cigarette Case and Lighter

Located in Red Lion, PA

1920s Art Deco Marathon Red and Black Enamel Combination Cigarette Case and Lighter This rare

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Chrome

Rare 1920’s Dunhill Unique Lighter Mother of Pearl and Horn Lift Arm Working
Rare 1920’s Dunhill Unique Lighter Mother of Pearl and Horn Lift Arm Working

Rare 1920’s Dunhill Unique Lighter Mother of Pearl and Horn Lift Arm Working

By Dunhill

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful early Dunhill Unique Lighter with Mother of Pearl and Horn decoration. The Unique

Category

Vintage 1920s British Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Horn, Mother-of-Pearl

1920s Cartier Art Deco Cloisonne Enamel Malachite Lapis Lighter
1920s Cartier Art Deco Cloisonne Enamel Malachite Lapis Lighter

1920s Cartier Art Deco Cloisonne Enamel Malachite Lapis Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Greenwich, CT

Light up your life with this colorful cloisonne enamel Art Deco, circa 1920, Cartier lighter. This

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Brass

Edwardian Sterling Silver Aladdin's Lamp-Style Table Oil Lamp or Lighter
Edwardian Sterling Silver Aladdin's Lamp-Style Table Oil Lamp or Lighter

Edwardian Sterling Silver Aladdin's Lamp-Style Table Oil Lamp or Lighter

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian, sterling silver, Aladdin's lamp-style table oil lamp or lighter, American, circa 1920s

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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier 1926 Tom Pouce Ladies Lighter 18kt Gold Bronze Champlevé Emerald & Lapis
Cartier 1926 Tom Pouce Ladies Lighter 18kt Gold Bronze Champlevé Emerald & Lapis

Cartier 1926 Tom Pouce Ladies Lighter 18kt Gold Bronze Champlevé Emerald & Lapis

By Cartier, Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

middle of the 1920's. This miniature Tom Pouce lighter, takes its name from the classic short fairy tales

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold, Bronze, Enamel

Art Nouveau "Nude" Sterling Silver Match Safe, circa 1890s
Art Nouveau "Nude" Sterling Silver Match Safe, circa 1890s

Art Nouveau "Nude" Sterling Silver Match Safe, circa 1890s

Located in Incline Village, NV

lighter in the 1920s brought about the demise of the match safe. Provenance: This particular piece is

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Antique 1890s North American Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

Presidential Match Safe William McKinley, circa 1900
Presidential Match Safe William McKinley, circa 1900

Presidential Match Safe William McKinley, circa 1900

Located in Incline Village, NV

and the popularity of the cigarette lighter in the 1920s brought about the demise of the match safe

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Antique Early 1900s North American Art Nouveau Political and Patriotic M...

Materials

Brass

Match Safe "The Bar-Keeper's Friend", Dated 1906
Match Safe "The Bar-Keeper's Friend", Dated 1906

Match Safe "The Bar-Keeper's Friend", Dated 1906

By The Whitehead & Hoag Co. 1

Located in Incline Village, NV

and the popularity of the cigarette lighter in the 1920s brought about the demise of the match safe

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Match Safe, Indian Head, American, circa 1905
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Match Safe, Indian Head, American, circa 1905

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Match Safe, Indian Head, American, circa 1905

By Unger Brothers

Located in Incline Village, NV

matchbooks and the popularity of the cigarette lighter in the 1920s brought about the demise of the match

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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling & Enamel Dunhill 'Unique' Lighter
Sterling & Enamel Dunhill 'Unique' Lighter

Sterling & Enamel Dunhill 'Unique' Lighter

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H 2.13 in W 1.7 in D 0.54 in

Sterling & Enamel Dunhill 'Unique' Lighter

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in New York, NY

This is a beautiful Dunhill "Unique" sterling silver glass enamel lighter from the 1920s. It is

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Dunhill Watch Lighter
Sterling Silver Dunhill Watch Lighter

Sterling Silver Dunhill Watch Lighter

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H 2.13 in W 1.72 in D 0.56 in

Sterling Silver Dunhill Watch Lighter

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in New York, NY

import to 1926. This is the larger "B" size of Dunhill's "Unique" lighters of the 1920s and 1930s

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

1920s Eldred Wireless Number 12 Table Top Lighter
1920s Eldred Wireless Number 12 Table Top Lighter

1920s Eldred Wireless Number 12 Table Top Lighter

By Eldred Manufacturing Co.

Located in Orange, CA

Eldred wireless number 12 cigar spark tabletop lighter. The left and right fuel tank brackets have

Category

Vintage 1920s American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

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Located in Paris, FR

Trimotor aircraft model Ford handcrafted in aluminum. Manufactured between 1926 and 1933 by Ford's own factory. Wingspan: 102cm.

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21st Century and Contemporary British Aviation Objects

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Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Table Lighter #203A

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Table Lighter #203A

By Georg Jensen

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite Georg Jensen sterling silver table lighter in pattern 203A with small engraving on the body. A great gift and addition to one's collection. Measures 3 inches in height. Mad...

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20th Century Danish Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

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Located in Nijmegen, NL

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Vitrines

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Glass, Mahogany

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By Pietro Chiesa

Located in Milano, IT

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Vanities

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The Charles London 1947 Pocket Petrol Lighter Guilloche Plated Sterling Silver
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$1,925Sale Price|30% Off

H 1.89 in W 1.69 in D 0.77 in

The Charles London 1947 Pocket Petrol Lighter Guilloche Plated Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

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Vintage 1940s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

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Silver

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$550

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Located in Potters Bar, GB

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H 4.53 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

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Located in Brescia, IT

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1960s Pierre Cardin Acrylic Coffee Table Lighter Signed
1960s Pierre Cardin Acrylic Coffee Table Lighter Signed

1960s Pierre Cardin Acrylic Coffee Table Lighter Signed

$400Sale Price|34% Off

H 2 in W 2.25 in D 6.25 in

1960s Pierre Cardin Acrylic Coffee Table Lighter Signed

By Pierre Cardin

Located in San Gabriel, CA

Rare acrylic and brass table lighter with laminate backing by Pierre Cardin. Signed piece.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Chrome Lighted Smoker's Stand or Ashtray with Electric Lighter
Art Deco Chrome Lighted Smoker's Stand or Ashtray with Electric Lighter

Art Deco Chrome Lighted Smoker's Stand or Ashtray with Electric Lighter

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

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$488Sale Price|30% Off

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By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works

Located in Miami, FL

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

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Steel, Chrome

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By Ronson

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$145,000

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Located in Queens, NY

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Pair of Malachite Obelisks, 20th Century
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$2,793 / set

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Located in NICE, FR

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By Saks Fifth Avenue

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1920s Lighter For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1920s lighter available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, metal and wool, every 1920s lighter was constructed with great care. Find 203 options for an antique or vintage 1920s lighter now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1920s lighter — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each 1920s lighter bearing Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Arts and Crafts hallmarks is very popular. Rug & Kilim, Alfred Dunhill and Baker Furniture Company each produced at least one beautiful 1920s lighter that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1920s Lighter?

Prices for a 1920s lighter start at $75 and top out at $189,000 with the average selling for $2,595.
Questions About 1920s Lighter
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Dunhill lighter is a cigarette lighter created by the brand Dunhill. The company opened in 1924 and continues to manufacture lighters today. Its most famous design, the boxy Rollagas, has remained unchanged since its introduction in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Dunhill lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Dupont lighter is a luxury lighter with dual ignition. Dupont lighters were the first serially-produced lighters. S.T. Dupont is a French manufacturing company that produces handbags, pens, perfumes, cigarettes and other small gadgets. You’ll find a variety of Dupont items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a variety of reasons why a collector may desire certain types of lighters. Some collectors covet certain brands, while others may prioritize a certain level of craftsmanship. Whether looking for rare materials, makes and models or antique styles, 1stDibs has a variety of vintage lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A table lighter is a stationary cigarette and cigar lighter. These types of lighters were primarily designed to be displayed at home or in restaurants, bars, and hotels. Shop table lighters on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cigarette lighters are used to light the ends of cigarettes or cigars. Johann Wolfgang Döbereiner invented the first one in 1823 to take the place of the matches. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of antique and vintage cigarette lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Many people feel that the fine-quality craftsmanship and high-end materials like palladium and yellow gold are what make Dupont lighters special. Admirers also love the distinctive cling sound the Ligne 2 series models make upon opening. On 1stDibs, shop a range of S.T. Dupont lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dunhill lighters are made in England. The Dunhill company, known for its decorative designs, produced one of the first butane gas lighters during the 1950s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Dunhill lighters from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Dunhill lighters are so expensive for a few reasons. For one thing, the lighters feature durable construction that comes from strict quality controls that increase the cost of labor associated with manufacturing. In addition, Dunhill uses fine materials, such as sterling silver, chrome and brass. The reputation and heritage of the brand also make demand for its products high, contributing to the price. Shop an assortment of Dunhill lighters on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not Dupont lighters are gold depends on the piece. Dupont manufactures lighters out of a variety of materials, including copper, brass and palladium. Some feature a gold-tone finish. Others have genuine gold plating or are entirely 14-karat or 18-karat gold. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Dupont lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first lighter was created in 1823 and was known as the Döbereiner’s Lamp. The first automatic lighter was called a Banjo, following that was the Colibri. Zippo became a very popular brand in the 1930s and is still around today. Shortly after Zippo hit the market, trends shifted from ferrocerium to butane, so you’ll often hear of these lighters referred to as butane lighters. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary lighters from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Vintage lighters with decorative designs are sometimes called carved lighters, hobo lighters or trench lighters. The first lighter ever made was the Döbereiner’s lamp, designed by Johann Wolfgang Dobereiner in 1823. You can find a range of vintage lighters on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Typically, to refill a Cartier lighter, you open the valve cap on the top using the grooves or notches, depending on the design. Then, insert the gas refill and press for three seconds. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Cartier lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The most well-known design of Zippo-style lighters is called the flint wheel ignition lighter. Some people also refer to them as windproof lighters. In addition to their classic lighters, Zippo manufactures pipe and candle lighters. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether Dunhill lighters are gold-plated varies. Some pieces do feature genuine 18-karat yellow gold plating, while others are made of materials like sterling silver, brass, chrome and lacquer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Dunhill lighters from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    There is no rule regarding whether a sofa should be lighter or darker than the walls. Generally, creating contrast between the paint color and the sofa upholstery can add drama to a space, but it doesn’t matter whether the wall or the couch is the darker shade. Shop a collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    Yes, some old lighters may be worth some money. The maker is one of the key determiners of how much a vintage or antique lighter may be worth, as collectors often look for pieces from brands like Zippo, Colibri, Dunhill, Ronson and S.T. Dupont. Other factors that influence the selling price of lighters include age, type, style, materials and condition. For an expert opinion on how much a particular lighter may be worth, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop an assortment of lighters on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Ronson lighters are still made. As of 2010, the Ronson brand in North America was bought by the Zippo Manufacturing Company, who continue to produce Ronson-branded lighters. Browse a variety of Ronson lighters from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Old flip lighters are sometimes called windproof lighters or flint wheel lighters. Because Zippo pioneered the design, you may sometimes see all flip lighters referred to as Zippo lighters or Zippos. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lighters from some of the world's top sellers.
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    The kind of lighter that James Bond uses is a gold Dunhill. In addition to using lighters from the luxury brand, 007 also wears Dunhill cufflinks in films like Tomorrow Never Dies and The World Is Not Enough. Find a variety of Dunhill accessories on 1stDibs.

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