Dunhill England 1927 Art Deco Unique Lift Arm Petrol Lighter In 925 Sterling Silver
Unique petrol lighter designed by Dunhill.
Beautiful lift arm petrol lighter, designed by the Alfred Dunhill Company during the Art Deco period, circa 1927-30. It was crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. In 1927, Dunhill launched the lighter named Unique, a revolutionary development resulting in the first lighter to operate with only one hand.
Weight: 58.95 Grams, (37.79 Dwt).
Measurements: 43 mm by 54 mm x 13 mm (1.693 x 2.13 x 0.51 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the silver and signed, "DUNHILL UNIQUE MADE IN SWITZERLAND STERLING CANADA PATENT. 306029 ENGLISH PATENT. 143752 US PATENT 1022140".
Alfred Dunhill inherited his father’s London saddlery in 1893. Following the increase in motor car ownership, Alfred developed the business to include motoring accessories, which he called ‘Dunhill’s Motorities’. This included goggles, timepieces, picnic sets, and leather coats, and it wasn’t long before the brand became associated with men’s general motoring attire. They opened two shops in Mayfair and had a catalogue of over 1300 items. Between the 1904 and 1905, Dunhill introduced their ‘Windshield Pipe’, to help drivers combat the effect of wind and travel on their ability to smoke. This marked both the end of the ‘motorities’ focus and their entry into the world of smoking ephemera, and they shortly opened their first tobacconist in 1907 on Duke Street. The proximity to several esteemed Private Members Clubs around the Mayfair, St James’ area ensured that the venture was a success. (From Nicholas Wells With Thanks).
Note: This piece is empty of any flammable, gas or butane substances and is ready to be ship by any carrier.
Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry pouch.
Condition: The overall condition of this petrol lighter is very good. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver. All parts are in good shape with no dings or marks. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P042023TNNH/1.747
