Vintage Ronson Varaflame Table Lighter – Gold Tone Mid Century Desk Lighter with Box (c.1960s) nibs and full of period character

and full of period character

and the distinctive axe-shaped handle topped with a heart — a clever nod to Lewis Carroll’s iconic character

This example is notable for retaining the original metal spoon

particularly motor vehicles and cap guns

Used to hold a hand rolled cigarette in Victorian England

Vintage Ronson Varaflame Table Lighter – Gold Tone Mid Century Desk Lighter with Box (c.1960s) nibs and full of period characterOriginal Ronson Varaflame table lighter, manufactured in the USA and dating to the mid 20th century. This is a substantial, well made example with a gold tone metal body, raised on integral feet, and fitted with the Varaflame gas ignition system. The underside is clearly stamped Varaflame Made in U. S. A. along with Ronson patent and design markings. The lighter is presented in its original Ronson box, with printed interior and satin lining, which