Vintage Lighters

Vintage lighters are a testament to nostalgia for times past, each with its own story to tell. The craftsmanship and historical significance of vintage cigarette lighters make them valuable collector's items and a useful tool for lighting fires. Collectors and enthusiasts alike cherish these timeless treasures, whether they are classic designs from bygone eras or revolutionary mechanisms that influenced the development of the smoking industry. The Bidsquare is a leading online auction platform for lighters, featuring an array of collectible lighters from top brands such as Cartier, S.T. Dupont, and Dunhill, among others. 

Our lives have been illuminated with cigarette lighters in one form or another for centuries, from cigarettes to cigars to candles, and campfires. The 19th and 20th centuries were marked by recreational tobacco use, with inventors creating ever-better lighters for tobacco lighting. Every era had its mark on these portable firestarters, from the most primitive friction lighters to the most sophisticated butane lighters of the mid-century. The 20th century saw a golden age of lighter production because of technological advances, materials, and design. Several iconic brands emerged in the lighter market, each bringing a distinct design philosophy and new ideas to the market, such as Zippo, Dunhill, and Ronson.

Vintage Lighters for Sale

Vintage lighters have a rich history as varied as the individual lighters. Known for their lifetime guarantees, vintage Zippo lighters dating from the 1930s onwards are highly collectible. Besides their monetary value, vintage Zippo lighters are prized for their historical and artistic significance. Over the 20th century, Dunhill introduced many innovations to the lighter industry. These pieces are magnificent works of art, making them perfect additions to any vintage collection. There is a lovely depth and complexity to these original pieces. Among cigar accessories, Colibri is unrivaled in terms of design and quality. Besides their captivating Art déco design, Colibri lighters utilize sophisticated engineering and ingenuity to create an aesthetically pleasing product. With Bidsquare, you will find a wide selection of vintage Colibri lighters, including double flames, triple flames, jet flames, and flat flames.

Vintage & Antique Lighters for Sale 

Vintage lighters are a collectible item, and Bidsquare has a wide variety of these lighters dating back before 1970. The selection of antique lighters for sale will be of great interest to collectors of these items. There are many brands to choose from, including Hadson, Cartier, Dunhill, Colibri, Rolstar, Zippo, DuPont, Thorens, and Ronson. Various types of lighters exist, such as windproof lighters, lighters attached to cigarette cases, keychains, or wallets. Special occasion lighters are also available, such as those commemorating the coronation of Queen Elizabeth. There are also antique cigarette lighters bearing brand names.

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