What are the vintage lighters called?

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.

What are vintage lighters called?

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.

How do you refill a vintage Cartier lighter?

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.

How old does a clock have to be to be vintage?

Vintage is a somewhat interpretable term for older clocks. If a clock is over 100 years old, it can officially be considered antique, but vintage is a bit more open of a term. Many collectors consider around 50 years old to be vintage, but a more open concept is that if the clock could not be reproduced today, it could be considered vintage. On 1stDibs, find an array of beautiful vintage and antique clocks.

How can you tell if a clock is vintage?

To tell if a clock is vintage, look for a maker's mark. From there, you can consult trusted online resources to determine who produced your clock. Then, by reviewing the manufacturer's catalogues, you can get a rough idea of when the maker produced similar clocks. For a clock to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. Clocks made 100 years ago or earlier are antique. Another way to date your clock is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and antique clocks.

Vintage Clock Lighter

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Lifetime Las Vegas Art Deco / Mid-Century Dice Collection

$4,111Sale Price / set|44% Off

Lifetime Las Vegas Art Deco / Mid-Century Dice Collection

Located in Van Nuys, CA

From the personal collection of Harvey Schwartz owner of this store Harvey's on Beverly is a large collection of dice including music boxes, clocks, lighters, swizzle sticks, ashtray...

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1950s American Vintage Clock Lighter

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Bakelite

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Dunhill Longitude Clock/ Lighter

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Dunhill Longitude Clock/ Lighter

By Dunhill

Located in Dallas, TX

Dunhill Longitude Clock/ Lighter - Quartz. Silver plated. White dial with Roman numerals.

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20th Century English Vintage Clock Lighter

Syroco Wood Sunburst Clock, circa 1950

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H 2.25 in Dm 23 in

Syroco Wood Sunburst Clock, circa 1950

By Syroco

Located in Los Angeles, CA

*NOTE, the lighter tone clock has sold, so we currently have both the medium and dark tone ones available.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Wood

1930s Art Deco Portoro Marble and Metal French Table Clock

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H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in

1930s Art Deco Portoro Marble and Metal French Table Clock

Located in Aci Castello, IT

The contrast between the dark marble, the bronze, and the lighter clock face creates a visually stunning and harmonious composition.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Marble, Metal

Maison Lancel Paris Modernist Chrome Decorative Lidded Box

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H 2.19 in W 11.82 in D 4.94 in

Maison Lancel Paris Modernist Chrome Decorative Lidded Box

By Lancel Paris

Located in Atlanta, GA

Expanding beyond leather, the brand also offers an exquisite selection of clocks, accessories, luggage, lighters, and eyewear.

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1980s French Modern Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Metal, Chrome

French Drinks Cart or Trolley by Lancel

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H 26.75 in W 28.25 in D 17.25 in

French Drinks Cart or Trolley by Lancel

By Maison Lancel

Located in Austin, TX

Besides fine leather items, La Maison Lancel has produced artisan-made clocks, accessories and luggage, lighters, glasses, barometers, etc.

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20th Century French Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Glass

Maison Lancel Paris Chrome and Burl Wood Box

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H 4.93 in W 11.82 in

Maison Lancel Paris Chrome and Burl Wood Box

By Lancel Paris

Located in Atlanta, GA

Besides fine leather items, Maison Lancel has produced artisan-made barware and tableware, clocks, accessories and luggage, lighters, glasses, etc.

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Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Dunhill Silver Plated Longitude Lighter and Clock

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H 2.75 in W 2.25 in D 1.25 in

Dunhill Silver Plated Longitude Lighter and Clock

By Dunhill

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Dunhill limited edition silver plated lighter with a recessed clock called a Longitude.

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1990s English Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Trea Boye Kitsch Lighter Telephone Clock Teal Lamp Venetian Blind Shade

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H 17.5 in W 11 in D 8 in

Vintage Trea Boye Kitsch Lighter Telephone Clock Teal Lamp Venetian Blind Shade

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

In very good overall condition, the lamp, clock and cigarette lighter all work. From the Trea-Boye Corporation Brooklyn New York U.S.A.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Telephone Clock Table Lamp

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H 16 in W 11 in D 7 in

Telephone Clock Table Lamp

Located in Riverdale, NY

Incredibly kitsch and collectible telephone clock table lamp from the 1950s USA. It multitasks as a lamp, a cigarette lighter and a clock.

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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Metal

Maison Lancel Paris Silver Plate Modernist Wine Cooler, Wine Bucket

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H 6.7 in W 12.21 in D 3.75 in

Maison Lancel Paris Silver Plate Modernist Wine Cooler, Wine Bucket

By Lancel Paris

Located in Atlanta, GA

Besides fine leather items, Maison Lancel has produced artisan-made barware and tableware, clocks, accessories and luggage, lighters, glasses, etc.

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Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Silver Plate

Aeronautical III Gauge Clock

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H 4.33 in W 9.44 in D 2.75 in

Aeronautical III Gauge Clock

By Aviation Technology Group

Located in Aspen, CO

Popular fabrications included lighters and clocks made in all shapes and sizes. Our Industrial Style Aviator Clock was designed by an airplane engineer at a time .A base with an art-...

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20th Century English Other Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Metal

Rare Dunhill Charleston Lighter with Clock

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H 6 in W 3.25 in D 1 in

Rare Dunhill Charleston Lighter with Clock

By Dunhill

Located in New York, NY

A very rare piece from Dunhill, limited to 200 pieces, this lighter/clock combination was made to honor some of Alfred Dunhill's original designs from the early 20th century.

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Silver Plate

American Streamline Modern Automatic Clock and Table Lighter by Phinney-Walker

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H 4.25 in W 3.75 in D 1.5 in

American Streamline Modern Automatic Clock and Table Lighter by Phinney-Walker

By Samuel J. Kaufman, Phinney Walker 1

Located in Port Hope, ON

This very stylish American modern aluminium combination clock and automatic wheel and flint table lighter is the epitome of Streamline Modern design.

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1940s American Streamlined Moderne Vintage Clock Lighter

Materials

Aluminum

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Vintage Clock Lighter For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic vintage clock lighter available at 1stDibs. Each vintage clock lighter for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, enamel and silver. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage clock lighter, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each vintage clock lighter bearing Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one vintage clock lighter that is appealing in its simplicity, but Giorgio Salimbeni, Louis Vincent Aronson and Franco Salimbeni produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Clock Lighter?

Prices for a vintage clock lighter can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $356 and can go as high as $7,862, while the average can fetch as much as $1,209.

Questions About Vintage Clock Lighter

What are the vintage lighters called?
1 Answer
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.
What are vintage lighters called?
1 Answer
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.
How do you refill a vintage Cartier lighter?
1 Answer
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.
How old does a clock have to be to be vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Vintage is a somewhat interpretable term for older clocks. If a clock is over 100 years old, it can officially be considered antique, but vintage is a bit more open of a term. Many collectors consider around 50 years old to be vintage, but a more open concept is that if the clock could not be reproduced today, it could be considered vintage. On 1stDibs, find an array of beautiful vintage and antique clocks.
How can you tell if a clock is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To tell if a clock is vintage, look for a maker's mark. From there, you can consult trusted online resources to determine who produced your clock. Then, by reviewing the manufacturer's catalogues, you can get a rough idea of when the maker produced similar clocks. For a clock to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. Clocks made 100 years ago or earlier are antique. Another way to date your clock is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and antique clocks.