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Beefeater lighter designed by Harry Fenton and produced by Royal Doulton of Burslem, England, from 1958 to 1973. Beefeater is the popular name for the Yeomen Warders, ceremonial guardians of Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress the Tower of London. They are responsible for watching over prisoners in the Tower and safeguarding the British crown jewels, but in practice they act as tour guides and are a tourist attraction in their own right. They wear red and gold uniforms, white ruffles and black hats. Yeoman Warders, formed at Henry VIII's coronation, began guarding the Tower in 1485.
Maker:
Royal Doulton
England
1958 - 1973
Model #:
D6233
Derivative
lighter
Size:
medium
Height:
3 1/2"
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