Retro Lighter Appraisal

Vintage Gold-Tone 'Super-Thin' Lighter

This item is a vintage rectangular lighter, presented in a blue display box or tray with the inscription 'SUPER-THIN' in gold lettering on the front edge. The lighter itself is gold-toned, featuring a distinctive diagonal brushed or etched pattern across its visible surface, suggesting a textured finish. It appears to be made of metal, likely brass or a similar alloy, with a gold plating or finish. The overall form is slender and elongated, consistent with the 'super-thin' designation. A small, rectangular opening is visible on the upper half of the lighter's face, which is typically where a flame would emerge or where a flint wheel and striker mechanism might be located. The condition of the lighter appears to be good, with no obvious signs of significant damage, heavy wear, or corrosion from the visible surface. The gold-tone finish seems largely intact, though minor surface scratches commensurate with handling or light use may be present but are not clearly discernible from the image. The blue display tray features a white, possibly velvet or satin-lined, interior designed to cradle the lighter. The design suggests a mid-20th century to late 20th-century aesthetic, indicative of a period when slim lighters were fashionable. The craftsmanship appears decent, with clean lines and a well-defined texture pattern, suggesting it was a mass-produced item but with attention to aesthetic details.