A rare, EARLY, perhaps prototypeVERSION of the very desirable CAPITOL lighter.American, ca. 1910-1912 (!)Height: ca. 5 1/2 inches (ca. 14cm.)Diameter of ashtray: ca. 5 inches(ca. 12.8 cm.)Marked on side of mechanism: CAPITOLLIGHTER.Marked on trigger: PATENT APL. FOR(!).The Steele & Johnson Co.received their patent on Sept. 17, 1912.Obviously this piece predates that!Excellent condition, except that theswinging part on front is somewhat moody and doesn't always catch right away.Ther...efore, we're selling this verydesirable rarity as is.(Please view our other rare lighter listings!) Bidders outside the US please note: check with EbayGlobal Shipping Program before bidding. We only ship domestic and through Ebay.