Zippo - Lighter - Brass
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This brass Zippo commemorative lighter for the 2001 SAP United States Grand Prix in Indianapolis is engraved “000/000” and comes with its original metal can-shaped case and cardboard box.
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Exceptional and extremely rare offer for discerning collectors of Zippos and Formula 1 memorabilia.
For sale: an authentic commemorative Zippo lighter from the SAP United States Grand Prix of Indianapolis, held on September 30, 2001.
What makes this piece absolutely one of a kind and unquestionably museum-worthy:
• 000/000 numbering: This is not a mass-market model, but a prototype / factory sample engraved “000/000.” Pieces of this kind were strictly reserved for the brand’s archives, quality control, or management when the series was launched.
• Historical context: Issued for one of the first major international sporting events to take place on American soil in late September 2001, just 19 days after the September 11 attacks.
• Condition: Absolutely new, never filled, never lit (mint condition).
• Completeness: Comes with its original Zippo can-shaped metal case and its complete original cardboard sleeve / box.
A unique opportunity to acquire the ultimate “holy grail” of this limited-edition F1 release. Serious collectors will recognize the immense rarity of a three-zero marking.
Exceptional and extremely rare offer for discerning collectors of Zippos and Formula 1 memorabilia.
For sale: an authentic commemorative Zippo lighter from the SAP United States Grand Prix of Indianapolis, held on September 30, 2001.
What makes this piece absolutely one of a kind and unquestionably museum-worthy:
• 000/000 numbering: This is not a mass-market model, but a prototype / factory sample engraved “000/000.” Pieces of this kind were strictly reserved for the brand’s archives, quality control, or management when the series was launched.
• Historical context: Issued for one of the first major international sporting events to take place on American soil in late September 2001, just 19 days after the September 11 attacks.
• Condition: Absolutely new, never filled, never lit (mint condition).
• Completeness: Comes with its original Zippo can-shaped metal case and its complete original cardboard sleeve / box.
A unique opportunity to acquire the ultimate “holy grail” of this limited-edition F1 release. Serious collectors will recognize the immense rarity of a three-zero marking.
Details
Era
After 2000
Manufacturer/brand
Zippo
Material
Brass
Country of origin
United States
Condition
As new - unused
In working order
Yes
Period
2000-2010
