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Rare WWII Vulcano "Démarreur" Machined Aluminum Lighter, Made in Eritrea Africa

About the Item

The Vulcano Aluminum "Démarreur" Lighter Made in Eritrea Africa is a rare collectible from Wartime WWII production. It is crafted from machined aluminum with tortoiseshell cataline cutouts. Produced during Italian colonial rule in Eritrea, it combines Italian craftsmanship with the region's wartime significance. The "Démarreur" name indicates its function as a practical ignition device. With its elegant design and durable construction, this lighter is both a functional item and a piece of history. Stamped: "Vulcano" Messurments: 3" Tall X 1.5" Wide X .5" Deep Eritrea, 1960
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Eritrea
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    has evidence of wear over time.
  • Seller Location:
    Van Nuys, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 20N01594.JM.4MS1stDibs: LU947443034222

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