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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

Materials

Metal

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

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Silver

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

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“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

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

Materials

Gold Plate

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

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Gold Plate

Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a...
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Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Renaissance Cameo Pendant
$228,500
H 9 in W 5 in L 16 in
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

Materials

Gold, Enamel

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

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

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

Spark Japanese Tourist Pop Lighter
By Spark Creations
Located in New York, NY
Retro, late 1960s to 1970s This lighter is from a lot bound to the holy land and it has never been used or sold in the stores, it still bears the marking of the customs. A rare and f...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Vanity Items

Art Deco Gold Plated and Green Enamel Compact with Marcasite Decoration
Located in London, GB
Lovely Art Deco gold plated and green enamel compact, with marcasite decoration. Measuring 5.9 cm / 2.3 inches by 5.7 cm / 2.2 inches. Inside there is a mirror, and powder compact wi...
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Vanity Items

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

Antique Gold Russian Matches Lighter
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique matches lighter made in st petersburg 1900/1907.c during the imperial russian era this rare piece of jewelry is hall marked 56 imperial russian gold standard and st petersbur...
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Antique Early 1900s Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold

Antique 14k Yellow Gold Lighter
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique used 14k yellow gold lighter, good condition (missing fuel), not clearly marked. Acid tested 14k. Measures 50mm x 11mm in diameter. In good condition.
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Early 20th Century Unknown More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14k Yellow Gold Lighter
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Lighter
$1,450
W 1.97 in L 0.44 in
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.