M. E. BERNHARDT 1912 Austria Top-Hat Petrol Desk Lighter In Polished Brass

Top-hat desk lighter designed by M. B. Bernhardt.

This is a very unusual novelty petrol desk lighter created in Vienna Austria by the M. B. Bernhardt Co. back in the 1912-1915. The desk lighter has been crafted in the shape of a top-hat in brass with coating of zinc. M. B. Bernhardt was a great manufacturer in Austria and an active imported back in time to America.

Country: Viena, Austria

Period: Art-deco, 1912-1915.

Materials: Copper, bronze and zinc coated steel

Weight: 47.8 Grams, (0.047 Kg).

Measurements: 46 mm by 43 mm by 50 mm (1.81 x 1.69 x 1.97 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark associated to M. B. Bernhardt and signed as follows; "MEB AUSTRIAN US PAT APR 2 1912".

Note: This lighter is empty of any flammable, gas or butane substances and is ready to be ship by any carrier. This lighter just need a new flint and proper lighter fluid. Was tested and is in perfect working condition.

Condition: The overall condition of this MEB desk lighter is very good. Besides the little normal wear, just minor cosmetics with all parts secured in their settings. This lighter has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D033025TEFG/.1231