It is a very interesting semi-automatic wick lighter that can be considered as an attempt to make a lighter looking alike these manufactured in the early years of the XX century. The action works by pressing the lever on the left side - see picture - which releases the cap, as this springs up it strikes the flint producing a spark.
This lighter was available in chrome plate and polished brass (more uncommon). It was also sold with a rubber tire in different colors round the base. The tire was marked ANGLIA MADE IN ENGLAND.
Type: petrol (wick) lighter
Marked on the bottom of the metal base:
ANGLIA
MADE IN ENGLAND
or
ANGLIA
BRITISH MADE
A5 / 1531
or
LIC NO
A5 / 1531
or
ANGLIA
BRITISH MADE
A5 / 1531
or
LIC NO
A5 / 1531
Scarcity: uncommon; Anglia with tire - rare
Value for good–mint condition: 91 zł ($30.00)–60.00 (approx 82 zł (€20.00)–40.00)
Weight: 155 grams (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions:
- height: 10.5 cm (4.1")
- diameter: 3.7 cm (1.5")
