The most expensive cigar lighter in the world

The madness of grandeur has no limit. The most expensive lighter in the world has been sold for 500,000 euros. Let's lift the veil on this priceless accessory, its particularities, its new owner and what makes it an exceptional object.

The most expensive cigar lighter in the world is an S. T. Dupont

A French leather goods company known throughout the world, S. T. Dupont is at the origin of the most expensive lighter in the world. More expensive than a Ferrari, this little accessory is only used to light a cigar. But if we dig a little deeper, we realize that the amount spent, even if it is staggering, was for a very specific reason.

Named Louis XIII Fleur de Parme, this lighter was designed at the request of Steven Hung, a Hong Kong client with a passion for French history. His requirements were such that the CEO of S. T. Dupont had to surround himself with the best to design this jewel lighter.

Thus, he called upon Tania de Bourbon Parme, the direct descendant of Louis XIII, but also a renowned designer. 6 months of work were necessary to design this famous lighter which has become the most expensive in the world. A royal style, more than precious materials and a unique aestheticism, it did not need more to obtain the approval of this rich customer.

The particularities of the Louis XIII Fleur de Parme

As you can imagine, this high-end lighter was not designed in aluminum or stainless steel. It required no less than 400 grams of solid gold to make it. What's more, the world's most expensive lighter is adorned with 152 sapphires, or 41 carats of this precious stone! Originally designed as a table lighter, the Louis XIII Fleur de Parme became a cigar lighter, as its owner is extremely fond of them.

The most expensive lighter in the world takes the codes of royalty. It is surmounted by the royal crown and several small signs refer to Louis XIII, as the fleur de Lys for example, but also the sapphire cabochon used in the past.

A boon for S. T. Dupont

The house S. T. Dupont, very honored to have been chosen to design this original and unique lighter, received the authorization from Steven Hung to make it a promotional object for the brand. This is how the advertising campaign carried out all over the world by the French company received a thunderous echo. The Asian world being passionate about the French label quickly praised it.

Thus, the selling price of the Louis XIII Fleur de Parme was set at 500,000 euros. This lighter entered the Guinness World Records as the most expensive lighter in the world. However, if you are also a fan of French history or simply passionate about the brand S. T. Dupont, you should know that a royal range is also on sale for cigar smokers who do not have half a million to spend on a lighter. This one includes several accessories, but also a replica lighter in a small and less formal model for the modest sum of 8 500 euros.