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Own a piece of post-WWII history with this vintage Zippo lighter, manufactured in 1958 (indicated by the four dots on each side of the bottom stamp). This lighter features custom engravings for the \"American Mission\" in \"Athens Greece,\" complete with an illustration of the Parthenon. The lid displays the crossed flags of the United States and Greece. This piece is likely tied to the American Mission for Aid to Greece (AMAG) during the early Cold War era.
Details:
Brand: Zippo
Year: 1958 (Features the •••• ZIPPO •••• date code)
Bottom Stamp: Includes \"BRADFORD PA\", the Zippo script logo, and \"PAT. 2517191\"
Design: Engraved \"American Mission Athens Greece\" with the Parthenon and crossed US/Greek flags
Material: vintage \"salty\" condition. This lighter was heavily used and shows significant wear. The exterior casing has heavy scratching, pitting, and wear to the chrome finish. The hinge shows signs of age/rust. The original insert is included but shows heavy use and carbon buildup. Please review all photos carefully to assess the condition before purchasing.
