Circa 1946 Nickel Zippo with Badge of Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force Atsugi Patrol Sq.
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Circa 1946 Nickel Zippo with Badge of Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force Atsugi Patrol Sq.

Code: lzp30003vp


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ARTIFACT: This is a circa 1946 Zippo lighter in nickel with a circa 1954 badge affixed to it for the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force Patrol Squadron 3 (JMSDF VP-3) from Atsugi. This lighter is rare and has an interesting history.

VINTAGE: Circa 1946.

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

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Nickel case and insert with enamel and plated brass.

ATTACHMENT: Hinge.

MARKINGS: ZIPPO MFG. CO. BRADFORD, PA. ZIPPO PAT. 2032695 MADE IN U.S.A.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a lighter collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBBX98 LCDEX1/11 SeVDBEX6/17

CONDITION: 8 (Excellent-): The lighter has some very small spots of wear and tarnish.

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