Cartier - Lighter - Gold-plated, Brass
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Description from the seller
Cartier Paris – Vintage lighter (Gold Plated Brass) – Serial Number C685561
A rare vintage piece from Cartier Paris's iconic design era. This elegant lighter stems from roughly 1975–1985, a period when Cartier perfected its clean lines, geometric forms, and luxurious gold plating.
It is an original, with the fully visible serial number C685561, 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
• Manufacturing: Made in France
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Dimensions
• Height: 7 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Depth: 1.0 cm
These measurements exactly correspond to the classic "Cartier Slim" models of the late 70s/early 80s.
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Condition
Good, well-maintained vintage condition with typical age-related wear:
• 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 a gas refill
No dents, no cracks, no structural damage.
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Included
• Cartier lighter
(No lighter stones included.)
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Dating
Approx. 1975–1985, matching the serial number and production method 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 stems from roughly 1975–1985, a period when Cartier perfected its clean lines, geometric forms, and luxurious gold plating.
It is an original, with the fully visible serial number C685561, 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
• Manufacturing: Made in France
⸻
Dimensions
• Height: 7 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Depth: 1.0 cm
These measurements exactly correspond to the classic "Cartier Slim" models of the late 70s/early 80s.
⸻
Condition
Good, well-maintained vintage condition with typical age-related wear:
• 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 a gas refill
No dents, no cracks, no structural damage.
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Included
• Cartier lighter
(No lighter stones included.)
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Dating
Approx. 1975–1985, matching the serial number and production method of this era.
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Origin
France
Private vintage collection
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Cartier
Material
Brass, Gold-plated
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Period
1970-1980
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