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Colibri Original Swiss Made Lift-Arm Pocket Lighter, 1928

$261.25
$47544% Off
£199.74
£363.1644% Off
€230.06
€418.2944% Off
CA$366.09
CA$665.6244% Off
A$408.71
A$743.1044% Off
CHF 214.16
CHF 389.3744% Off
MX$5,002.97
MX$9,096.3144% Off
NOK 2,719.78
NOK 4,945.0644% Off
SEK 2,564.41
SEK 4,662.5744% Off
DKK 1,716.96
DKK 3,121.7444% Off

About the Item

Colibri was founded in 1928 by Julius Lowenthal, who in the same year, invented the world's first working semi-automatic lighter known as the Colibri "Original". This vintage Swiss-made Colibri patent lighter is a sleek embodiment of mid-century innovation and style. Its refined design pairs precision engineering with an elegant metallic finish. The lighter features a smooth ignition mechanism, making it both functional and a pleasure to use. Measurements: 2" Tall X 1" Wide X .5" Deep Switzerland, 1928
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Diameter: 1.1 in (2.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1928
  • Condition:
    Great Condition Has Some Light Wear Due To Age.
  • Seller Location:
    Van Nuys, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2050320.MI.4MS1stDibs: LU947443139102

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