Zippo - Batman – The Gotham Times - Dark Knight Newspaper Edition - Custom Collectible Lighter - No reserve price - Lighter - Brass

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This unused, working Zippo custom collectible lighter is made of brass and features Batman – The Gotham Times – Dark Knight newspaper-inspired artwork.

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Description from the seller

A striking custom Zippo lighter dedicated to Batman, the legendary Dark Knight of Gotham City, featuring a dramatic newspaper-inspired composition with detailed artwork and a distinctive vintage comic-book atmosphere.

The design combines Batman's iconic appearance with the fictional newspaper The Gotham Times, creating a collectible piece inspired by the mysterious and dark world of Gotham.

Design and Artistic Details

The front surface features a powerful portrait of Batman wearing his recognizable black cowl and armored suit, with the iconic yellow-and-black bat emblem prominently displayed on his chest.

Behind the character is a stylized newspaper front page, featuring:

The Gotham Times – the fictional newspaper of Gotham City.

BATMAN – a large, bold headline dominating the upper section.

Gotham-inspired newspaper text, creating the appearance of a vintage breaking-news edition.

Detailed Batman portrait, with dramatic shadows, blue-black highlights and a determined expression.

Classic yellow bat emblem, providing a striking contrast against the dark artwork.

The detailed composition combines the aesthetics of classic superhero comics with the atmosphere of a noir newspaper illustration.

Subtle texture and relief-like visual detailing enhance the depth of the artwork, making the design especially attractive when viewed up close.

Features

Brand: Genuine Zippo

Country of manufacture: USA

Insert: Original Zippo windproof lighter insert

Theme: Batman, Gotham City, DC Comics, superhero collectibles

Finish: Dark-colored case with custom multicolored artwork

Decoration: Detailed newspaper-style Batman illustration

Colors: Black, silver-white, dark blue and yellow

Mechanism: Classic Zippo flint-wheel ignition

Presentation: Original Zippo gift box

Collectible Appeal

Batman remains one of the most recognizable characters in comic-book history, admired for his intelligence, determination and unmistakable visual identity.

This custom lighter captures the atmosphere of Gotham through a combination of vintage newspaper design and dramatic superhero imagery.

The bold headline, dark palette and iconic Batman emblem create an expressive composition suitable for collectors of comic-book memorabilia, superhero-themed accessories and unusual Zippo designs.

It is also an attractive gift for Batman enthusiasts and fans of classic DC-inspired artwork.

Condition and Presentation

The actual lighter offered for sale is shown in the photographs.

It features a genuine Zippo insert with manufacturer markings and is presented with a Zippo gift box.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and show the item's appearance and condition.

This is a genuine Zippo lighter featuring custom Batman-themed artwork. It is not presented as an officially licensed DC Comics or Batman limited edition.

Shipping

The lighter will be securely packaged to protect it during transportation.

Shipping via Correos or UPS, at the buyer's choice.

The lighter will be shipped without fuel, in accordance with transportation safety regulations.

A distinctive tribute to Gotham's Dark Knight — combining the legendary Batman emblem, dramatic comic-book artwork and the timeless design of an American-made Zippo lighter.

A striking custom Zippo lighter dedicated to Batman, the legendary Dark Knight of Gotham City, featuring a dramatic newspaper-inspired composition with detailed artwork and a distinctive vintage comic-book atmosphere.

The design combines Batman's iconic appearance with the fictional newspaper The Gotham Times, creating a collectible piece inspired by the mysterious and dark world of Gotham.

Design and Artistic Details

The front surface features a powerful portrait of Batman wearing his recognizable black cowl and armored suit, with the iconic yellow-and-black bat emblem prominently displayed on his chest.

Behind the character is a stylized newspaper front page, featuring:

The Gotham Times – the fictional newspaper of Gotham City.

BATMAN – a large, bold headline dominating the upper section.

Gotham-inspired newspaper text, creating the appearance of a vintage breaking-news edition.

Detailed Batman portrait, with dramatic shadows, blue-black highlights and a determined expression.

Classic yellow bat emblem, providing a striking contrast against the dark artwork.

The detailed composition combines the aesthetics of classic superhero comics with the atmosphere of a noir newspaper illustration.

Subtle texture and relief-like visual detailing enhance the depth of the artwork, making the design especially attractive when viewed up close.

Features

Brand: Genuine Zippo

Country of manufacture: USA

Insert: Original Zippo windproof lighter insert

Theme: Batman, Gotham City, DC Comics, superhero collectibles

Finish: Dark-colored case with custom multicolored artwork

Decoration: Detailed newspaper-style Batman illustration

Colors: Black, silver-white, dark blue and yellow

Mechanism: Classic Zippo flint-wheel ignition

Presentation: Original Zippo gift box

Collectible Appeal

Batman remains one of the most recognizable characters in comic-book history, admired for his intelligence, determination and unmistakable visual identity.

This custom lighter captures the atmosphere of Gotham through a combination of vintage newspaper design and dramatic superhero imagery.

The bold headline, dark palette and iconic Batman emblem create an expressive composition suitable for collectors of comic-book memorabilia, superhero-themed accessories and unusual Zippo designs.

It is also an attractive gift for Batman enthusiasts and fans of classic DC-inspired artwork.

Condition and Presentation

The actual lighter offered for sale is shown in the photographs.

It features a genuine Zippo insert with manufacturer markings and is presented with a Zippo gift box.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and show the item's appearance and condition.

This is a genuine Zippo lighter featuring custom Batman-themed artwork. It is not presented as an officially licensed DC Comics or Batman limited edition.

Shipping

The lighter will be securely packaged to protect it during transportation.

Shipping via Correos or UPS, at the buyer's choice.

The lighter will be shipped without fuel, in accordance with transportation safety regulations.

A distinctive tribute to Gotham's Dark Knight — combining the legendary Batman emblem, dramatic comic-book artwork and the timeless design of an American-made Zippo lighter.

Details

Era
After 2000
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Zippo
Model/type
Batman – The Gotham Times - Dark Knight Newspaper Edition - Custom Collectible Lighter
Serial number
Batman – The Gotham Times - Dark Knight Newspaper Edition - Custom Collectible Lighter
Material
Brass
Country of origin
United States
Condition
As new - unused
In working order
Yes
Width
58 mm
Length
38 mm
Depth
13 mm
Period
2020+
Spain (Mainland & Balearic Islands)Verified
25
Objects sold
pro

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