Cartier - Lighter - Gold-plated, Brass






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Cartier Paris – Vintage Lighter (Gold Plated Brass) – Serial number C685561
A rare vintage piece from Cartier Paris's iconic design era.
This elegant lighter dates from around 1975–1985, a time when Cartier perfected its clean lines, geometric shapes, and luxurious gilding.
It is an original, with the serial number C685561 fully visible, as is typical for authentic Cartier models.
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Description
• Original Cartier Paris lighter
• Style: Minimalist, rectangular, iconic
• Surface: Gold Plated Brass (gilded brass body)
• Engraving: “Cartier Paris” + serial number C685561
• Manufacture: Made in France
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Dimensions
• Height: 7 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Depth: 1.0 cm
These dimensions exactly match the classic “Cartier Slim” models from the late 70s/early 80s.
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Condition
Good, well-maintained vintage condition with typical signs of age:
• Light micro-scratches on the gilding (typical for the age)
• Minimal edge wear
• Interior clean
• Mechanism works
• Flint is present and functional
• The lighter is empty and simply needs to be refilled with gas.
No dents, no cracks, no structural damage.
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Included
• Cartier lighter
(No flints included.)
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Dating
About 1975–1985, in line with the serial number and production methods of this era.
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Origin
France
Private vintage collection
Cartier Paris – Vintage Lighter (Gold Plated Brass) – Serial number C685561
A rare vintage piece from Cartier Paris's iconic design era.
This elegant lighter dates from around 1975–1985, a time when Cartier perfected its clean lines, geometric shapes, and luxurious gilding.
It is an original, with the serial number C685561 fully visible, as is typical for authentic Cartier models.
⸻
Description
• Original Cartier Paris lighter
• Style: Minimalist, rectangular, iconic
• Surface: Gold Plated Brass (gilded brass body)
• Engraving: “Cartier Paris” + serial number C685561
• Manufacture: Made in France
⸻
Dimensions
• Height: 7 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Depth: 1.0 cm
These dimensions exactly match the classic “Cartier Slim” models from the late 70s/early 80s.
⸻
Condition
Good, well-maintained vintage condition with typical signs of age:
• Light micro-scratches on the gilding (typical for the age)
• Minimal edge wear
• Interior clean
• Mechanism works
• Flint is present and functional
• The lighter is empty and simply needs to be refilled with gas.
No dents, no cracks, no structural damage.
⸻
Included
• Cartier lighter
(No flints included.)
⸻
Dating
About 1975–1985, in line with the serial number and production methods of this era.
⸻
Origin
France
Private vintage collection
