Monday, May 11, 2009

Ronson Wedgwood, W. Churchill, 1969


This Wedgwood table lighter was made in 1969 in England. The Varaflame type fitment (variable flame control) is mounted in Blue Jasper base made by Wedgwood with a white overlay bust design of Winston Churchill on both sides. This lighter is commemorating W. Churchill - the British politician known chiefly for his leadership of the United Kingdom during World War II.

Marked on the bottom of the base:


WEDGWOOD
MADE IN ENGLAND
EK

Type: gas (petrol) lighter

Scarcity: uncommon

Value for good–mint condition: $50.00–90.00 (approx €35.00–65.00)

Weight: 190 grams (0,42 pounds)

Dimensions:
  • height: 6.5 cm (2.6")
  • width: 7.2 cm (2.8")
  • depth: 7.2 cm (2.8")

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