Ronson Colony Table Lighter, 1955

The Ronson Colony wick lighter was produced between 1955 and 1958 in Newark in the U.S. by Ronson. The lighter has an unusual design. It is heavy and owing to the interesting wooden handle very handy.

It was made in two finishes: pewter look and cooper plated. Both finishes were available with two different (color and shape) handles - black painted and natural wood.

The lighter base is padded with cork or dark green fellt. The Ronson Essex lighter fitment is not removable.

Marked on the bottom of the base:

RONSON (R)
NEWARK, N.J. U.S.A.
U.S. PATENT 2,481,195

(R)
RONSON
COLONY

Type: wick (petrol) lighter

Scarcity: uncommon

Value for good–mint condition: $40.00–60.00 (approx €30.00–40.00)

Weight: 350 grams (0.77 pounds)

Dimensions:

• height: 8.5 cm (3.3")
• diameter: 6.2 cm (2.4")
• length (with handle): 14.5 cm (5.7")