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.

Vintage Pocket Lighter

Vintage Pocket Lighter For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage pocket lighter you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each vintage pocket lighter for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and gold. There are many kinds of the vintage pocket lighter you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each vintage pocket lighter bearing Art Deco, mid-century modern or modern hallmarks is very popular. S.T. Dupont, Cartier and Alfred Dunhill each produced at least one beautiful vintage pocket lighter that is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Pocket Lighter?

Prices for a vintage pocket lighter can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $156 and can go as high as $56,574, while the average can fetch as much as $950.

Questions About Vintage Pocket 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.

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