S.T. Dupont - Paris - “Soubreny Baalbek” - Rare Vintage Luxury Lighter - Blue Chinese Laquer - 18K Gold Plated - Lighter

Magnificent and very rare S. T. Dupont lighter “Soubreny Baalbek”, in blue color laqué, 18K Gold plated, in excellent condition. It is a limited edition, sold with original box, 5 layers of Laque de Chine, with decorative models created by the alternance between metal and laque. A discontinued model since 1994, this is one of the most desirable collectors item, always on waiting lists. As History, “this lighter was imagined from sketches of objects drawn for a travel kit. These sketches were to be submitted to a Russian émigré, a former officer of the Empress. ” ( fr. st-dupont. com) To create these extraordinary high-end objects, “La Maison S. T. Dupont”relies on very talented craftsmen. In they’re studios, the application of natural lacquer and the creation of guilloches are mastered like nowhere else. These techniques, which require infinite precision, make it possible to customize a lighter as a gift or to create simply extraordinary objects, a symbol of French excellence. It is in the details that the luxury of a S. T. Dupont lighter is hidden ! The lighter is in excellent condition, perfectly working, gold plated, S. T. Dupont marked and #18LFT88 numbered, minimal wear scratches, lid close sharply, needles size lighter spots barely visible, tiny bump on the back border, all authenticity documents and warranty, instructions of use, certificates and soft cover are provided together with box, not full loaded for shipping. Pictures complete description. Paris, France Dimensions: Lighter dimensions: 4,8 x 3,8 x 1,4 cm Box dimensions: 11,3 x 8 x 5,3 cm Weight: 99,20 grams It will be very carefully and safely packed ! Note: International buyers or buyers outside of the European Economic Union, please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges (collected at time of delivery or pickup) are the buyer's responsibility and are not included in the item price or in shipping costs.