1950s Hi-C Presentation Lighter by Cygnus

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SKU:
oli50024
$125.00
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a unique presentation lighter presented by the Hi-C juice drink corporation to a Fred Maurer, possibly a Vice President or Sales Director.

VINTAGE:

Late 1950s.

SIZE:

Overall H 4-1/4". Lighter H 3-3/4" x 1-1/8" W x ¾" D. Base: 2-1/8" L x 1-1/2" W.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Gold - anodized aluminum with painted details and 3 hard rubber pads at base.

ATTACHMENT:

Horizontal pin with drop-in locking swivel catch.

MARKINGS:

Cygnus PAT 364149 and MADE IN JAPAN.

ITEM NOTES:

All decoration appears to be factory engraved.

CONDITION:

8- (Very Fine - Excellent): Minor corrosion to striker and light scratching at top cover hinge, otherwise excellent.

GUARANTEE:

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

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