In this issue
Five lighters, each chosen one at a time: a Dupont Révolution Française in its red box, two Dupont Ligne 1 Grand models, a tortoiseshell Rollagas and a Cartier stamped plaqué or.
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Each piece is photographed as it is, with its marks, its wear and whatever came with it. Write for further pictures or details of any lighter.
No. 1
Révolution Française, limited edition
Made by S.T. Dupont in a limited edition of only 2,000 numbered pieces. The gold plated body carries lacquer panels in red, white and blue, the blue scattered with gold fleurs de lis. Fluted flint wheel and reeded sides.
No. 2
Ligne 1 Grand, diamond point guilloché
Silver toned body cut in the pointe de diamant pattern, the house's best known finish. Complete with its full set of papers.
No. 3
Rollagas, tortoiseshell lacquer
Gold plated Rollagas with tortoiseshell pattern lacquer panels and the ribbed roller that gives the model its name.
No. 4
Ligne 1 Grand, lined guilloché
Silver finish body engraved with fine horizontal lines, framed by a plain border, with a reeded side wheel. Honest wear consistent with use.
No. 5
Woven engraving, gold plate
Slim rectangular lighter engraved all over in a basket weave pattern. The base is stamped Cartier Paris, plaqué or G, and carries its serial number.
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Marks, wear and missing parts are shown and stated plainly. What you see in the photographs is what arrives.
Sent from Rome, packed with care and insured for its full value.
Made to be used, kept for a lifetime, and passed on.The Lighter Gazette, Rome