There are many types of Zippo lighters on the market. Among these is the WW II black crackle, which sells for $150. Obviously, it’s not cheap. Considering the quality and rarity of this vintage light, you should expect to spend a pretty penny for one of these beauties.
Faberge
These exquisite lighters are handcrafted from precious metals such as silver, gold, and platinum. They feature a hinged cover that opens to reveal the lighter fluid compartment. These lighters can range in price from a few dollars to hundreds of dollars. Traditionally, they were designed for use by people who wanted a luxurious, high-end accessory.
One of the most expensive Faberge lighters, the Faberge Imperial Table Lighter, sold for $136,000 in 2012 at an auction house. The lighter’s seated monkey is a symbol of Russian history and art. It is 6.75″ tall and weighs about one pound.
Dunhill
There are several reasons to own a Dunhill Zippo lighter. First of all, the brand is renowned and well-known. Dunhill lighters are made in Switzerland. These lighters are made with high quality craftsmanship and are backed by the confidence of an authorized retailer. You won’t be disappointed with a Dunhill lighter, and you’ll find it hard to go wrong with one.
Second of all, you’ll want to consider the flints that came with your Dunhill lighter. Older models, like the Rollagas, will require red flints, while newer models will use blue. Also, flints made by other brands may damage the lighter, so it’s best to use only flints designed for lighters.
St. Dupont
Whether you want a Zippo lighter or any other type of lighter, you’ll find one you like in a collection by S.T. Dupont. These lighters feature two different types of flame and come in a variety of finishes. These lighters come in Black, Sun Burst Brown, and Gridded Palladium finishes. Each of these lighters is designed to last for decades.
The company originally made its lighters in 1872 in Paris. The creator of the lighters, Simon Tissot Dupont, was a photographer for Napoleon III, and he was inspired by Parisian luxury fashion. From there, he decided to design extravagant travel trunks for European elites.
Louise XIII Fleur de Parme
A Zippo lighter can be considered an investment and a piece of decor in many homes. These lighters are not your standard gas station lighters, but rather fine art pieces that are functional as well as beautiful. The Louise XIII Fleur de Parme lighter, for example, cost over EUR300,000 in 2013. This piece of art is made of solid gold and is studded with 140 sapphires.
This beautiful lighter is based on the design of the classic Ligne 2 lighter by S.T. Dupont. It has a royal crown, a royal blue lacquer finish, and “Fleur de Parme” details made of solid gold. The lighter itself is adorned with 152 brilliant-cut sapphires – forty in the crown and 72 in the base. These sapphires weigh a total of 33.6 carats.