AUSTRIAN-BRITISH 1912 Cigar Cutter & Petrol Lighter Combination In .925 Sterling
Rare Austrian Petrol Lighter with Integrated Cigar Cutter, Vienna, Circa 1908–1912
This is a rare and ingenious Austrian petrol lighter with an integrated cigar cutter, made in Vienna circa 1908–1912, during the Austro-Hungarian Empire under Emperor Franz Joseph I. Crafted in solid polished sterling silver, this remarkable multipurpose object combines a fully functional petrol lighter with a built-in round cigar cutter, reflecting the inventive spirit and refined industrial design of the pre-World War I period. Stamped with Austrian silversmith marks and British import marks for London.
The lighter is fitted with a thumb-operated ignition wheel, a hinged lid, a petrol-filling screw with an attached ring, and a dedicated round pusher-style cigar cutter. The ingenious integration of two essential smoking accessories into a single compact object makes this lighter both exceptionally practical and highly unusual.
With its robust construction, sophisticated mechanical complexity, and distinctly masculine industrial character, this remarkable Austrian lighter is a particularly desirable object for collectors of antique lighters, tobacconist accessories, and Austro-Hungarian design. Fully functional and displaying gorgeous eye appeal, it represents an excellent example of early 20th-century European mechanical ingenuity and makes a superb historical conversation piece.
Country: Vienna, Austria-Hungarian Empire, Edwardian.
Period: 1908-1912.
Model: Table-desk petrol lighter, with integrated cigar cutter.
Materials: Sterling silver, plated steel and iron parts.
Weight: 94.90 Grams, (60.85 Dwt).
Measurements: H. 165 mm by L. 31 mm by D. 16 mm (6.5 x 1.22 x 0.63 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with Austrian marks for the city of Vienna, British imports marks for the city of London, the importer mark and the letter r for the assay date of 1912.
Note: This Table-desk cigar cutter-petrol 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 working condition.
Condition: The overall condition of this Table-desk cigar cutter-petrol lighter is excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage to the silver and all part are in in working-display condition. All parts are secured in the settings. This piece was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition & authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D081626CNEH/2.813
