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Lot 98:
Description
A collection of vintage pocket lighters featuring various designs, finishes, and mechanisms. The group includes a gold-toned lighter housed in its original cream-coloured presentation box, which is marked with the Ronson, Varaflame, and Butane Lighter branding. The lighter features a textured gold-toned finish with a central oval motif. Also present is a tall, slim gold-toned lighter with vertical engine-turned ribbing and a side-roller ignition, in the style of a Dunhill Rollagas. The assortment includes a silver-toned flip-top lighter with a cross-hatched case and a standard chimney and insert construction in the style of Zippo. Additional items include several horizontal-format lighters in chrome and gold-toned finishes, exhibiting patterns such as engine-turned ribbing, cross-hatching, and an etched decorative bird motif. One silver-toned model features a distinctive horizontally ribbed body. A portion of a ruler is visible for scale.
Presentation Box: 115 mm x 95 mm approx.
Tall gold-toned lighter: 65 mm height approx.
Condition report:
The collection shows signs of age-related wear and previous use throughout. Visible surface scratches, minor indentations, and areas of tarnishing are present on the metal cases. The Ronson presentation box shows light surface soiling and wear to the silk-effect lining. All items are offered in untested condition; the functionality of the flint and gas or fuel mechanisms is not guaranteed.
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