Zippo - Lighter - Brass - (2)
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Lot of 2 vintage Zippo lighters in brass from the USA, dating to the 1960s–1980s; one is a Vietnam Saigon 66–67 type with a US Great Seal relief and engraved lid, the other a plain brass Zippo with natural patina.
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Lot of 2 vintage Zippo lighters – Cold War / Vietnam War era – Brass – Original inserts
A pair of original brass Zippo lighters from a Bulgarian private collection.
Both pieces show authentic age-related patina and signs of military use, giving them very strong collector appeal.
1) Zippo “Vietnam Saigon 66–67” – U.S. Army emblem
• Brass body with applied U.S. Great Seal (relief medallion).
• Lid engraved: “VIETNAM – SAIGON – 66–67”
• Back engraved with military humor: “IF YOU THINK SEX IS EXCITING TRY IN COMMING”
• Period-correct insert.
• Marked baseplate: BRADFORD ZIPPO, PAT. 2517191
• Condition: used, patinated, small wear spots, but overall solid condition.
2) Plain brass Zippo (Cold War period)
• Heavy brass body with natural patina.
• Original insert included.
• Marked baseplate: ZIPPO BRADFORD, PA – MADE IN U.S.A – XIII
• Condition: used, patinated. Fully open/close mechanism.
Dimensions (each): standard Zippo size
Weight: approx. 60 g each
Country of origin: USA
Period: 1960s–1980s
Condition: Good vintage condition with expected age wear; untested with fuel.
A rare pair suitable for collectors of military memorabilia, Vietnam wartime souvenirs, and classic Zippo lighters.
Securely packaged and shipped with tracking.
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Lot of 2 vintage Zippo lighters – Cold War / Vietnam War era – Brass – Original inserts
A pair of original brass Zippo lighters from a Bulgarian private collection.
Both pieces show authentic age-related patina and signs of military use, giving them very strong collector appeal.
1) Zippo “Vietnam Saigon 66–67” – U.S. Army emblem
• Brass body with applied U.S. Great Seal (relief medallion).
• Lid engraved: “VIETNAM – SAIGON – 66–67”
• Back engraved with military humor: “IF YOU THINK SEX IS EXCITING TRY IN COMMING”
• Period-correct insert.
• Marked baseplate: BRADFORD ZIPPO, PAT. 2517191
• Condition: used, patinated, small wear spots, but overall solid condition.
2) Plain brass Zippo (Cold War period)
• Heavy brass body with natural patina.
• Original insert included.
• Marked baseplate: ZIPPO BRADFORD, PA – MADE IN U.S.A – XIII
• Condition: used, patinated. Fully open/close mechanism.
Dimensions (each): standard Zippo size
Weight: approx. 60 g each
Country of origin: USA
Period: 1960s–1980s
Condition: Good vintage condition with expected age wear; untested with fuel.
A rare pair suitable for collectors of military memorabilia, Vietnam wartime souvenirs, and classic Zippo lighters.
Securely packaged and shipped with tracking.
Seller's Story
Antiques -silver jewelry, porcelan, paintings,collectibles and more!
Details
Era
1900-2000
No. of items
2
Manufacturer/ Brand
Zippo
Serial number
2517191
Material
Brass
Country of Origin
North America
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Width
4 cm
Length
3 cm
Depth
1 cm
Period
1960-1970
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