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S.T. DUPONT “ Maharadjah ” - Hammer Pocket Lighter, Style of the 1930's. Gold Plate, Mother of Pearl, Black and Coromandel Red Tinted Chinese Lacquer.

Limited Edition

Serial Number 195/2000

 

date purchase : aug 20, 1996

today cost : jpy 430,000

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Maharajah - The word is reminiscent of the Orient,

1001 Nights and Dreams of an infinite journey.

In 1872, S.T. Dupont began producing exceptional pieces

for the elite of this far-off world : luggages, leather goods

and accessories. In the 1930's, a Maharajah commissioned

a golden lighter as part of his travel accessories.

Today, S.T. Dupont has drawn on its history to create

a limited edition that reflects these Oriental splendours.

Noble materials worthy of a king : gold, mother of pearl, create

black and coromandel-colored Chinese lacquer magnificent

effects and harmonious tones.

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