Cartier - Lighter - Chinese lacquer
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€ 270
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Has 25 years’ experience specialising in repairs, restorations, and appraisals.
Estimate € 500 - € 550
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Description from the seller
COLLECTOR'S MASTERPIECE: CARTIER “LES MUST” LIGHTER (1986) – MUSEUM-CONDITION FULL SET
A rare and extraordinary opportunity for the most discerning collectors and lovers of timeless luxury. We present an iconic 1986 Cartier Paris “Les Must” lighter, preserved in a condition that calling exceptional would be an understatement: genuine museum condition.
ITEM DETAILS
• Iconic Design: The legendary five-sided (pentagonal) model, a cornerstone of 1980s elegance. Its unmistakable asymmetrical silhouette fits perfectly in the hand.
• Outstanding Finish: Beautiful, precious tortoiseshell-effect Chinese lacquer. The lacquer’s warm, nuanced tones create a striking contrast with the yellow-gold-plated finishes and trim, which retain their original 1986 shine.
• Condition (Grade AAA+): The piece has none of the usual chipped corners, deep scratches, or loss of gilding typical of vintage examples. The lacquer is mirror-smooth and pristine. The retractable horizontal flint wheel mechanism is smooth, precise, and in perfect working order, with an impeccable valve seal.
THE COMPLETE SET (FULL SET - BOX & PAPERS)
This lot represents more than the purchase of a lighter: it is the recovery of a true time capsule. It is offered complete with all its original period accessories:
1. The Original Cartier Case: The celebrated, elegant red hard case with gold trim and a velvet-and-silk interior, perfectly preserved.
2. Certificate of Authenticity and Warranty: The original Cartier documents from the period, essential for establishing the piece’s provenance and historical value.
3. The Extremely Rare Operating Manual: The original instruction booklet for maintenance and cleaning. An exceptionally hard-to-find detail, guiding the owner in the meticulous care of the piece, preserved without writing or tears. Elegance, distinction, colonial colors, worthy of an auction-house lot
COLLECTOR'S MASTERPIECE: CARTIER “LES MUST” LIGHTER (1986) – MUSEUM-CONDITION FULL SET
A rare and extraordinary opportunity for the most discerning collectors and lovers of timeless luxury. We present an iconic 1986 Cartier Paris “Les Must” lighter, preserved in a condition that calling exceptional would be an understatement: genuine museum condition.
ITEM DETAILS
• Iconic Design: The legendary five-sided (pentagonal) model, a cornerstone of 1980s elegance. Its unmistakable asymmetrical silhouette fits perfectly in the hand.
• Outstanding Finish: Beautiful, precious tortoiseshell-effect Chinese lacquer. The lacquer’s warm, nuanced tones create a striking contrast with the yellow-gold-plated finishes and trim, which retain their original 1986 shine.
• Condition (Grade AAA+): The piece has none of the usual chipped corners, deep scratches, or loss of gilding typical of vintage examples. The lacquer is mirror-smooth and pristine. The retractable horizontal flint wheel mechanism is smooth, precise, and in perfect working order, with an impeccable valve seal.
THE COMPLETE SET (FULL SET - BOX & PAPERS)
This lot represents more than the purchase of a lighter: it is the recovery of a true time capsule. It is offered complete with all its original period accessories:
1. The Original Cartier Case: The celebrated, elegant red hard case with gold trim and a velvet-and-silk interior, perfectly preserved.
2. Certificate of Authenticity and Warranty: The original Cartier documents from the period, essential for establishing the piece’s provenance and historical value.
3. The Extremely Rare Operating Manual: The original instruction booklet for maintenance and cleaning. An exceptionally hard-to-find detail, guiding the owner in the meticulous care of the piece, preserved without writing or tears. Elegance, distinction, colonial colors, worthy of an auction-house lot
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Cartier
Material
Chinese lacquer
Country of origin
France
Condition
As new - unused
In working order
Yes
Period
1980-1990
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