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Pristine VTG 1950s Zippo Lighter USS Franklin D Roosevelt CVA 42 Nuclear USNavy With Box
This Zippo lighter features dual-sided military variant featuring spectacular, vibrantmulti-color enamel work. The front displays Naval Pilot Wings hovering over the aircraftcarrier set against deep blue enamel waves and crisp red script. The reverse sidefeatures the ship\'s official Cold War-era insignia—a golden rope border encasing anatomic orbit symbol over a blue background, marking her history as a nuclear-weapons-capable carrier.
Full authentic case bottom and stamp featuring Patent 2517191 which would indicate a 1950-1957 production window.Insert is a factory matching patent # 2517191.
The lighter is being sold in untouched, vintage condition. It does not currentlystrike and will require a fresh flint/fluid if you intend to use it, though it is highlyrecommended for premium display.
