Vintage Crown Du MAURIER Pocket Lighter Red Enamel Japan Mid-Century For Sale

Here is a wonderful mid-century vintage Crown automatic pocket lighter featuring classic red graphic enamel advertising for du MAURIER Filter Tip cigarettes. 
Stamped on the bottom plate with the official Crown crown logo, "CROWN DESIGN REG'D", and "JAPAN". The top snuffer arm is also stamped "CROWN".  Condition & Inspection Notes:

Cosmetics: Shows authentic vintage character and cosmetic wear expected from age and use, including light finish loss/scratching to the enamel sides and chrome housing.  Mechanism & Wick: Original wick is present in the wick chimney. Flint wheel turns smoothly.  Base Screws: Original filler screw ("FILL HERE") and flint screw intact on the bottom plate.  Functionality: Sparks strong, but sold un-fueled and untested for flame. Excellent candidate for restoration, active use, or display in a vintage tobacco / Canadian advertising collection!  (Please examine all photos closely for full details on surface condition and wear)Shipped securely with tracking. In compliance with postal and courier safety regulations regarding combustible materials, this lighter will be shipped completely drained of liquid fuel and with the flint removed prior to packing.