Description

Here, we have an Aquarium Silver-plated Table Cigarette Lighter by Alfred Dunhill.

This “half-giant” size Dunhill lighter features reverse carved and painted Lucite panels, with a fabulous three-dimensional decoration of fish swimming underwater. The lighter features a silver-plated mechanism with the famous name “Dunhill” on the snuffer arm, with a registered number “737418” on the opposite side. The base of the Aquarium table lighter is marked “Made in England” with “Dunhill Lighter” on the fill screw.

Having been owned by its last owner for some time, this Dunhill Aquarium table lighter remains in its original condition. It has recently been fully serviced and is in proper working order. If you would like to strike this Aquarium lighter, raise the ‘Dunhill’ arm, keeping the wick covered, and strike it with your thumb. This will spark the flint, causing the wick to ignite.

There is a screw underneath the base of this lighter that conceals the wadding that holds the lighter fuel. The lighter must be fuelled prior to use. Most tobacconists will sell this fuel, as well as replacement wicks, wadding and flints, for the striker.

The other lighter shown in the image is available here: https://markgoodger.co.uk/product/alfred-dunhill-aquarium-lighter-2/

Each scene on these aquarium lighters is unique. In the 1950’s, Ben Shillingford worked for Dunhill, perfecting the art of carving and painting lucite panels to resemble miniature aquariums. We see today’s finished products here, with some beautifully unique designs.

With every purchase from Mark Goodger Antiques, you will receive our latest catalogue, a Certificate of Authenticity, detailed care instructions for your chosen piece and an independent invoice (for insurance purposes) will be enclosed. As well as being protected by a no-hassle, money-back policy, your piece will be entirely insured during the shipping process to ensure the safety of your item.

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