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1950s Cigarette Lighters

Rare Vintage Sarome Japanese Liquid Rabbit lighter in original box Circa 1940
Located in New York, NY
condition. In the postwar years of the 1940's and 1950's, a “cigarette lighter" meant a metal oil lighter
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Mid-20th Century Asian Art Deco Vanity Items

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1950s-1960s Fram Oil Filter Cigarette Lighter, Ashtray and Coin Bank
Located in Orange, CA
This awesome cigarette lighter is a "TIP TO LIGHT". Which means that in order to turn the lighter
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Metal

Globe Cigarette Dispenser with Globe Lighter, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Globe cigarette dispenser with globe lighter, brass, Germany, 1950s, Defects on the cigarette
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Vintage 1950s Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Zippo Classic Cool Cigarette Lighter Iconic Midcentury Modern USA 1950s
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents ZIPPO iconic hipster cool tobacco windproof cigarette lighter in stainless steel
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

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Metal, Stainless Steel

Dunhill 14 Carat Gold Cigarette Gasoline Lighter from 1940s-1950s
By Dunhill, Alfred Dunhill
Located in Knivsta, SE
An Elegant 14 Carat Gold Cigarette Lighter, Gasoline Petrol, Albert Dunhill, probably made during
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Vintage 1940s English Tobacco Accessories

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Gold

1950s, Circa Evans Vintage Ladies Cigarette and Lighter Case
Located in New York, NY
Evans Vintage Ladies Cigarette and Lighter case. Black enamel with colorful inlay. The enamel is
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items

Rare Find, Vintage 1950s Thorens Cigarette Case and Lighter, working
Located in New York, NY
1950s Thorens Cigarette Case & Lighter Vintage 1950s Thorens Cigarette Case and Lighter WORKING
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items

Mid-Century Ronson "Escort" Floral Cigarette Case & Lighter in Box
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original 1950s Ronson "Escort" cigarette case and lighter combination with purple floral design was
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Vintage 1950s American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

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1950s Mid-Century Evans Wristlet Compact Vanity Kit and Cigarette Case
By Evans Case Company
Located in New York, NY
1950s Mid-Century Evans Wristlet Compact Vanity Kit and Cigarette Case This 1950s mid-century EVANS wristlet compact vanity kit and cigarette case. Cover still has the pressed powde...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vanity Items

Vintage & Rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel “Panthere“ Spots Palladium Finish
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must de Cartier Vintage & Rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel “Panthere“ Spots Palladium Finish You do not get this anymore, very rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel Panthere Spots Pa...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Vanity Items

Materials

Palladium, Enamel

Vintage Gold-Plated Diamond Head Pocket Gas Lighter By S. T. Dupont, Paris
By S.T. Dupont
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold-Plated Diamond Head Pocket Gas Lighter By S. T. Dupont, Paris S.T. Dupont Vintage Diamond Head Gold 20µ Ligne 1 Small Gas Lighter A beautiful early S.T. Dupont diamond h...
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20th Century French Artist Vanity Items

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Gold Plate

“Vivienne Westwood” Orb Logo Enamel Lighter Circa 80s, British Art, Punk, Rock
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in New York, NY
“Vivienne Westwood” Enamel Gas Lighter Westwood has carried her rebellious spirit into her collections throughout her career, often combining punk symbolism with traditional feminine...
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Late 20th Century English Artisan Vanity Items

Materials

Enamel

Iconic Dunhill Gold-Plated Cigarette Lighter with Original Red Lather Case
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
A Dunhill gold-plated mid century cigarette lighter, barley engine turned design. Iconic and beautifully engineered piece rare lacquer condition. Mid-Century Modern Lighter by Dunhil...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Bulgari Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Gas Lighter
By Bulgari
Located in New York City, NY
Unleash a Whimsical Flame: Bulgari Vintage 18k Yellow Gold "Snail" Gas Lighter This isn't just a lighter; it's a captivating conversation starter and a whimsical treasure from Bulgar...
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Late 20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage SEALED New Old Stock CARTIER Les Must Desk Lighter Gold Plated in Box
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
The illustrious house of Cartier, renowned for its elegance and precise craftsmanship, presents this rare Les Must Desk lighter—an exquisite addition to any discerning collection. Kn...
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen museum-grade evening dress featuring a high ruffled collar and elaborate bugle bead embroidery on the front and back. The dress is constructed from layers of olive ...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vivienne Westwood Black Faux Fur Oversized Cropped Jacket, fw 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Vivienne Westwood Cropped Faux Fur Jacket ▪ Creative Director: Vivienne Westwood ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Crafted from black faux fur ▪ Designed in a cropped, oversized fit ▪ ...
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1990s English Jackets

Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter & Christian Dior Neck Tie Gift Set
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Lighter & Christian Dior Neck Tie Gift Set Vintage Christian Dior Gold Plated & Black Enamel front Logo Neck Tie Christian Dior's influence on fas...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Dolce & Gabbana Couture Wood Beaded Jute Fringe Dress with Crystals, SS 2005
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana couture evening dress, originally made to order. The bodice and halter neck are intricately embellished with wooden beads, forming a lattice pattern. The dress is des...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Stunning 1930's Art Deco Marathon Gold and Enamel Cigarette Case Lighter
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning 1930's Art Deco Marathon gold and enamel cigarette case lighter in great working condition, and comes in the original pouch and box. Red rich velvet interior with ...
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Antique Early 19th Century North American Art Deco Vanity Items

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Gold, Enamel

1869 British MO Cigarette case box solid 925 Silver / 73 gr
Located in SE
Old British cigarette case in Sterling Silver with hand engraved ornaments on both sides,gilt interior and initials MO on the lid. Set of British hallmarks on both halves : made at...
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

1916 Baron von Leuhusen Cigarette Box Silver 0.85 ct Sapphire Gold /132gr
Located in SE
Perfectly Classic Art Nouveau period Swedish Silver box, streamlined, with rounded corners and ergonomically convex shapes. Engraved with von Leuhusen family's Coats of Arms on the l...
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Vintage 1910s European Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold

Antique Russain Imperial Cigarette Tobacco case box solid 84 Silver 202 gr
Located in SE
Russian cigarette case box in solid 84 Silver with intricate hand-engraved floral decor on the lid and gilt interior. Hidden compartment for matches on one side with removable match-...
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Antique Early 1900s Russian Aesthetic Movement Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Waltrous Sterling Silver 14 Karat Inlaid Cigarette Case #468
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Waltrous sterling silver and 14K yellow gold inlaid cigarette case. Waltrous began their sterling line in the 1920s in Wallingford, CT. Hammered design featuring yellow gold...
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20th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

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1950s Cigarette Lighters For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of 1950s cigarette lighters available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and aluminum, all 1950s cigarette lighters available were constructed with great care. 1950s cigarette lighters have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of 1950s cigarette lighters to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern 1950s cigarette lighters are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made 1950s cigarette lighters over the years, but those made by Raymond Loewy, Rosenthal and Swank Inc. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 1950s Cigarette Lighters?

Prices for 1950s cigarette lighters can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1950s cigarette lighters begin at $200 and can go as high as $10,500, while the average can fetch as much as $499.
Questions About 1950s Cigarette 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.