{"product_id":"briquet-publicitaire-camel-vintage-metal-argente-ancien-tabac-retro-deco","title":"Vintage Camel advertising lighter, silver-plated metal, old tobacco retro decor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage advertising lighter features a brushed silver finish, characteristic of promotional models from major 20th-century tobacco brands. Its rectangular silhouette and slightly rounded edges recall the classic shapes of iconic petrol lighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the visible side, a rectangular design displays a graphic pattern reminiscent of the Camel brand: a stylized camel silhouette is visible, printed in brown on a yellow and white background, with a visible patina and worn effect. This advertising graphic, though partially faded, remains identifiable and gives the object a highly sought-after retro aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe body of the lighter has a smooth, slightly satin surface, emphasizing the sober and timeless look of the whole. No other markings, logos, or inscriptions are apparent on the observed side. It opens with a hinged lid, typical of flint and petrol lighters, whose hinge is visible on the left side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe patina, as well as the traces of wear on the design, attest to prior use and reinforce its authentic character. The central motif shows areas of alteration, without, however, obscuring the visibility of the camel, an iconic element associated with the Camel brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage lighter, by its style and advertising motif, fits into the world of tobacco and retro advertising. It is a decorative object appreciated for its simplicity and its evocation of an era when promotional items were part of smokers' daily lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Shows visible signs of wear on the printed design and the silver surface, usage patina consistent with an old, used object. See photos for exact appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Camel brand, launched in 1913 in the United States, is famous for its bold advertising campaigns and the recurrent use of the camel as its emblem. Promotional lighters featuring the Camel logo were distributed from the 1940s-1960s, a period when this type of promotional item was very common in the tobacco industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specializing in antique and advertising items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Camel lighter, lighter, old advertising lighter, vintage tobacco lighter, retro smoker's accessory, 60s tobacco advertising, silver metal lighter, vintage decorative object, old advertising lighter, tobacco collection lighter, petrol lighter, camel lighter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319295824199,"sku":"6f2588ec-2df8-404e-a9e3-aa703858e348-PA1.00","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_382eb984-700f-4fbe-80c1-4e6cdc065651.jpg?v=1783648724","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/briquet-publicitaire-camel-vintage-metal-argente-ancien-tabac-retro-deco","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}