A charming mid-century novelty table lighter formed as a kangaroo standing upright with its tail extended for balance. The body is finished in a copper-bronze tone with well-modelled fur detailing, and the lighter mechanism is neatly mounted to the back.
The underside bears the maker’s round foil label with crown device and the word “Rex”, indicating production by the Rex lighter brand, known for novelty animal and figural table lighters produced during the mid-20th century.
The lighter retains its original chrome flip-top mechanism and presents as an appealing decorative object whether used as intended or displayed as part of a collection of vintage tobacciana or Australiana.
Maker: Rex
Origin: Likely Japan
Date: Circa 1950s–1960s
Material: Cast metal with copper-bronze finish; chrome lighter mechanism
Form: Kangaroo novelty table lighter
Condition: Good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age; mechanism untested. Rex label present to underside.
A charming mid-century novelty table lighter formed as a kangaroo standing upright with its tail extended for balance. The body is finished in a copper-bronze tone with well-modelled fur detailing, and the lighter mechanism is neatly mounted to the back.
The underside bears the maker’s round foil label with crown device and the word “Rex”, indicating production by the Rex lighter brand, known for novelty animal and figural table lighters produced during the mid-20th century.
The lighter retains its original chrome flip-top mechanism and presents as an appealing decorative object whether used as intended or displayed as part of a collection of vintage tobacciana or Australiana.
Maker: Rex
Origin: Likely Japan
Date: Circa 1950s–1960s
Material: Cast metal with copper-bronze finish; chrome lighter mechanism
Form: Kangaroo novelty table lighter
Condition: Good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age; mechanism untested. Rex label present to underside.
