DUNHILL STERLING ROLLBOY RARE CORONATION LIGHTER & BOX Start Price USD 2,195.00 Current Price USD 2,195.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, September 18, 2008 End Time Saturday, October 18, 2008 Location Los Angeles, CA. See more about 'DUNHILL STERLING ROLLBOY RARE CORONATION LIGHTER & BOX' Description For your consideration a Sterling Silver Dunhill Rollboy lighter. The Lighter is in perfect working order. According to the magnificent book on Dunhill lighters by David Blei and Luciano Bottoni "The Dunhill Petrol Lighter A 'Unique' Story" page 281 The W&G Rollboy was first seen and patent applied for by Wise & Greenwood in 1953. If the information in the book is correct that makes this lighter the first seen as it is hallmarked 1952 and the only one known to exist for this early year, it may be a prototype. Alfred Dunhill marked important events with Lighters created especially for the occasion. Coronation lighters were embellished with a crown motif. Particularly desired by collectors are the large stamps that were used by the London Assay Office to hallmark lighters made in precious metals. Lighters created to commemorate a special occasion were hallmarked with an additional fifth touch stamp bearing the profile of the reigning monarch. The lighter comes with its original satin and velvet lined hard box or case. An interesting and historical detail is the Appointment to wording inside of the case or box it states BY APPOINTMENT TOBACCONISTS TO THE LATE KING GEORGE THE VI ALFRED DUNHILL LTD. This is further proof that it is the first of the W&G Rollboys as Queen Elizabeth ascended the thrones of seven countries in February 1952, on the death of her father King George VI. As her coronation took place on June 2nd 1953. The Queen would not have made purveyor appointments in early 1952 so the case has the Late King George VI.... The lighter has the original fill screw with built in spare flint compartment and screw on cap. The cap spring and flint tension device that is similar to the Cartier licensed design Dunhill Tallboy from the 1930's. The lighter has an unusual look as the cap springs and flint tension device stick out a bit from the top of the open lighter; the design and parts are original and correct for this rare lighter. This is a fifty six year old lighter the condition of the lighter and box is excellent with only minor ware as can be seen in the high resolution pictures. Don’t miss your opportunity to acquire this extremely rare and historically significant Dunhill Sterling Rollboy lighter with large coronation hallmarks and, box set. I have posted several very clear and detailed pictures so you can see how beautiful the set is. I will be happy to answer your questions by eBay email. Payment is to be made at time of purchase with PayPal. Free USPS Priority Mail for Domestic shipping. If you want it faster check the shipping calculator below to determine the USPS Express Mail cost. Attention International buyers see the terms below before you make an offer or purchase. I will ship internationally provided that no laws rules or regulations of the United States of America or the ship to country would be broken. All International buyers must state that it is legal in their country to purchase and receive in the mail or from other shipping services the item in this auction. International buyers are responsible for all Taxes, Vat, Import Fees, Duty, Tariff Charges and, Import License etc. I will provide you an online tracking number. I pack items very securely but, I have no control over the item when it leaves my hands. By bidding on this item you are entering a contract and agree that you will not hold me responsible for any delay damage or loss in transit. International buyers you can put your country in the drop down window found below in the shipping and handling section on this page to determine shipping cost or you may contact me in advance for a shipping quote. I will pay for insurance if it is available to the country of destination. True value will be declared on customs forms, no exceptions. No sales to Italy. By purchasing this item or making an offer you are agreeing to all of these terms. And now for the fine print; The Customer is always right. If a return is in order contact me within three days of receiving the item for a return authorization; then ship it back to me in the same condition that it was sent to you. If the item sent is not the auction item or if the description is significantly inaccurate I will return the full purchase price as well as return shipping charges. If the winner of this item is unhappy with it for any other reason, I will return their money minus shipping charges and a 10% restocking fee. If the item is broken lost or damaged in transit contact me and I will help you file an insurance claim by providing copies of all shipping documents and proof of insurance. Place a Bid!