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# Vintage 2002 Zippo Ultralite "Black Elegance" Gold Plated Lighter (Model 35)
## Pristine January 2002 Production - Raised Textured Finish - Unfired Mint Set W/ Box
Up for sale is a breathtaking, investment-grade example of premium Zippo history. This is the highly collectible 2002 "Ultralite" Black & Gold Plated lighter (famously styled in specialized global catalogs as the Black Elegance Series). It features a luxurious high-polish Gold-Plated/Solid Brass chassis with raised, tactile composite inset panels wrapping the front and back faces.
The front face proudly displays the collection's signature high-polish blank rectangular initial plate—completely raw, un-engraved, and perfectly ready for your custom personalization or monogram.
### ITEM SPECIFICATIONS & COLLECTOR HIGHLIGHTS:
* PREMIUM INSERT: Equipped with the highly desirable, factory-original matching Gold-Flashed Inside Unit—pristine, spotless, and completely unfired.
* DESIGN LINE: Official Vintage Zippo Ultralite / Black Elegance series texture. Raised tactile panels framed beautifully within an polished gold-tone case.
* DATE STAMP: "A 02" firmly stamped on the polished brass base, confirming a genuine January 2002 production date.
* INITIAL PANEL: 100% blank, un-engraved, and ready for custom engraving.
* CONDITION: Pristine, brand new, and completely mint. Zero pocket wear or surface handling scuffs.
* PRESENTATION PACKAGING: Complete original presentation set! Includes the golden-trimmed inner black velvet/plastic display tray and the textured black Zippo top cover lid.
### CONDITION NOTE:
* STORAGE: While the lighter, gold insert, and velvet showcase frame are in immaculate mint condition, please note that the paper outer display box/sleeve packaging may show minor superficial storage marks from age.
Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to confirm the elite, untouched state of the texturized panels, the flawless gold insert, and the crisp bottom stamp details.
SHIPPING: Securely packed in a sturdy box, heavily bubble-wrapped, and shipped promptly with tracking and full insurance coverage.
