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Bulgari Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Gas Lighter
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Unleash a Whimsical Flame: Bulgari Vintage 18k Yellow Gold "Snail" Gas Lighter
This isn't just a lighter; it's a captivating conversation starter and a whimsical treasure from Bulgari's rich design history. This vintage Bulgari 18k yellow gold "Snail" gas lighter is a rare and exquisite example of Bulgari's creativity and craftsmanship.
Imagine the warm gleam of 18k yellow gold in your hand, taking on an organic form that resembles a charming snail. The lighter's design is playful yet sophisticated, showcasing Bulgari's ability to blend functionality with artistic flair. A gas lighter mechanism adds a touch of practicality to this luxurious piece.
A Bulgari Masterpiece:
This lighter represents Bulgari's commitment to both innovation and timeless design. The 18k yellow gold construction exudes elegance, while the whimsical snail design injects a touch of fun and uniqueness. This Bulgari lighter is sure to turn heads and spark conversations.
More than a lighting tool, this is a collectible treasure. It's a testament to a bygone era of design and a symbol of refined taste.
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- Dimensions:Diameter: 1.75 in (44.45 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York City, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU12222395062
Bulgari
Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris arrived in Rome in 1881 and set up his own shop there in 1884, calling it Bulgari, an Italianization of his last name (in the brand's logo, it's styled BVLGARI, using the classical Latin alphabet in a nod to ancient Roman culture). In 1905, he opened the company’s flagship boutique on Rome’s Via dei Condotti. Since then, Bulgari has looked to Rome as a source of reference for its fanciful and decidedly romantic designs for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories.
Although the iconic jewelry house found success with its silverwork and Art Deco designs, popular through the 1920s, Bulgari’s signature style — bold, often using yellow gold embellished with big colorful gemstones — began to emerge when Sotirios’s sons inherited the business, in 1932.
The brand truly hit its stride in the dolce vita era of the 1950s and ’60s, when the founder’s grandsons Paolo, Gianni and Nicola Bulgari decisively departed from demure traditional styles to develop the house’s exuberant multi-gem looks, attracting celebrity collectors like Elizabeth Taylor.
In the 1940s, Bulgari debuted perhaps its most famous design, the Serpenti bracelet watch. The piece’s snakelike coils were made possible by the tubogas jewelry technique, which links a flexible series of thin horizontal bands. Both the sleek, modern tubogas construction and the sinuous snake motif continue to be synonymous with the Bulgari brand.
On 1stDibs, the collection of vintage Bulgari jewelry includes rings, pendant necklaces, watches and other accessories.
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