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The Collector: Venezuela to Rhode Island

Sat, Oct 19, 2024 12:00PM EDT
  2024-10-19 12:00:00 2024-10-19 12:00:00 America/New_York Associated Estate & Appraisal Co Associated Estate & Appraisal Co : The Collector: Venezuela to Rhode Island https://bid.associatedestate.com/auctions/associated-estate-appraisal/the-collector-venezuela-to-rhode-island-16673
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Lot 145

S.T. Dupont Gold and Black Lacquer Lighter with Original Box

Estimate: $300 - $600
Starting Bid
$150

Bid Increments

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$0 $5
$50 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

This lot features a luxurious S.T. Dupont lighter, Paris, crafted with a gold-plated body and adorned with black lacquer panels. The lighter is presented in its original S.T. Dupont box, which is in good condition. The design is sleek and modern, with the characteristic high-quality craftsmanship associated with the S.T. Dupont brand. The lighter features the iconic "cling" sound when opened, a hallmark of Dupont lighters, indicating its precision engineering. The box is brown with gold accents and bears the S.T. Dupont name on the top.

 S.T. Dupont is a French luxury goods company, founded in 1872, renowned for its exquisite lighters, pens, and leather goods. Their lighters, particularly, have become symbols of elegance and status, favored by collectors and connoisseurs around the world. The combination of gold and black lacquer reflects the brand's dedication to timeless design and superior quality. Dupont lighters are known not just for their functionality but also for their role as luxury accessories.

 

Condition

The lighter is in excellent condition, with the lacquer panels and gold-plating showing minimal signs of wear. The original box is also in good condition with only minor scuffs on the exterior. The lighter mechanism is functional, though it will require refueling for regular use.

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The cost of shipment will be Buyer's full responsibility. In-house packaging and shipping is available for many items. All quotes are based upon the size and weight of the package as indicated by the carrier and all will include insurance as well as signature confirmation in most cases and will be handled through USPS or FedEx. International shipments will be made through USPS, FedEx, or DHL. Shipments will be insured and declared for the full purchase value (hammer plus premium). International buyers are solely responsible for any duties, taxes, clearance fees or any other fees imposed by their country for the import of their goods. Buyers, both domestic and international are welcome to employ their own packaging and shipping company at their sole discretion and understand that Associated Estate bears no responsibility for the acts or omissions of carriers or packers engaged by the buyer whether or not such shipper was listed by the Company.

AAMS Completed