Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Case Number: A 1XX
Model: Golden Ellipse Lighter
Year: ca. 1978
Size: 58 mm x 40 mm x 14 mm

This exceptional piece features an exceptionally aesthetic pattern, referred to in company literature as Louis Philippe. Not only is it in extremely good condition, it is also the perfect addition to any collection. 

Patek Philippe produced roughly 400 of the Ellipse lighter and to date only about 30 lighters are known to  the public. Manufactured in a very limited number of pieces in the late 1970s to early 1980s it was available in 18-karat yellow gold, 18-karat white gold and decorated with enamel.

The reference 9502 is extremely rare and to date less than seven have been brought to market. Below you will find a reference list of the known examples and the specific decors associated with them:

Ref. 9502: Louis-Philippe (like the present example)
Ref. 9505: Chevrons
Ref. 9504: Ocean
Ref. 9506 Red enamel
Ref. 9507 Blue enamel
Ref. 9508 Green enamel
Ref. 9511 Red and blue Khanjar
Ref. 9512-1 Chevrons and Enamel