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Dunhill The Light Novelty Petrol Lighter

$5,481.70
£4,000
€4,703.58
CA$7,602.57
A$8,184.85
CHF 4,383.15
MX$98,624.58
NOK 55,303.19
SEK 50,611.35
DKK 35,147

About the Item

Dunhill ‘The Light’ novelty petrol lighter in immaculate original museum condition. Stored in a safe for the last 70 years, this remarkable discovery is being offered for the first time. The condition of this extraordinary lighter is perfect without comparison.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)Width: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)Depth: 1.3 in (3.3 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1204228928852

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