Collectible Vintage Zippo Lighters.

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1954 Advertising Zippo lighter

1952 Italian Sterling Silver Zippo

We have learned a great deal along our travels, like how to accurately discern the age of Zippo lighters by the markings and patent number on the base of each lighter case (See here for all the inside info!). Zippo lighters are amazing as each old one has a story to tell! We have engraved trench art examples from the Korean War, Vietnam War and “advertising” lighters that were engraved by companies who used to give them to valued customers in the 50’s and 60’s. These have very cool graphics and are highly collectible!

We also have some beautiful 1950’s solid silver cased Zippo lighters from Italy, Japan and Mexico. Often these were American GI standard issue lighters with the original case thrown away and a silver case made by a local jeweller in the area the GI was based. Again these are great practical collectibles and will really stand out as unique Christmas gifts!


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