Description: 1930's Ronson Brass Monkey Cigar Lighter and Ashtary. Figure is in very good condition, the small striker accessory is missing its cap. Background In 1910, Ronson acquired a patent for the first pocket lighter, introduced in 1913. By the 1930s, the company was offering standard examples as well as a wide range of innovative, beautifully designed pencil lighters, leather-covered flip-tops, models that sprayed perfume mist, combination lighter-cigarette cases and cast metal table lighters featuring birds, golfers, bartenders, polo players, cigar-store Indians, dancers and animals. Your full-figure 1939 piece, sold as a cigar and cigarette table lighter with a choice of copper or bronze finish, is believed to have originally debuted as an incense burner. The figure's open clam shell served as a receptacle for both incense and tobacco ashes. Ronson's successful production and international sales of a vast variety of imaginative table and pocket lighters led to its exclusive production of lighters until the late 1950s when electric home appliances including shavers, carving knives and hair dryers became prime products. ATLANTA FREE MARKET has opened a collectibles market called 'STAGE 13' that is selling a lot of stuff for DEAD ROCKERS ESTATE SALE. We have collectible glass, art, jewelry, knick nacks, records, LPs & 78's, magazines, posters, circus posters, commercial advertising, etc. A life time of treasures! We will be listing as much as possible in the next few weeks so keep an eye on us to keep up with out new listings! My parents had an Antique shop in Greenville, South Carolina for years (The Corner Antique Mall) and it is now my task to liquidate for their retirement. Along with all the 'other stuff' I have collected as well as the curios that have are up for view from all my 'rock & roll' friends. Please support our effort to make the last years of our 'old rock & rollers' more comfortable. We ship USPO at the actual cost of shipping. No handling fees. Georgia residents must pay 8% sales tax. You may pick up from our location if you live in Atlanta, Georgia. Please consider adding us to your 'favorites listings'!
Price: 350 USD
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
End Time: 2024-02-27T01:29:05.000Z
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Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
Brand: Ronson
