Unfired, Near Mint 1967 Factory Engraved Zippo Lighter for USN USS Vega AF-59, Service Squadron 7
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Unfired, Near Mint 1967 Factory Engraved Zippo Lighter for USN USS Vega AF-59, Service Squadron 7

Code: usnpg60059af


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ARTIFACT: This is a beautiful near mint and unfired circa 1967 United States Navy ship Zippo lighter for the USS Vega AF-59, Service Squadron 7. Launched April 28, 1955, the Vega was a stores ship that operated in Vietnam at this time. This lighter was factory-engraved.

VINTAGE: Circa 1967.

SIZE: Approximately 2-1/4" height and 1-1/2" width and 1/2" in thickness.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Chrome-plated brass, painted details.

ATTACHMENT: Hinge.

MARKINGS: IIII ZIPPO  IIII BRADFORD PA PAT. 2517191 on bottom.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a 1960s United States Navy ship lighter collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MDEX14 LAGEX5/14 SeVBBJX07/31/22

CONDITION: 9+ (Near Mint-): The lighter is unfired and near mint.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.