{"product_id":"3edaa6-early-zippo-lighter-northmont-engraved-ad","title":"Early Zippo Lighter “Northmont” Engraved Advertising Piece – Pat. 2032695 – Bradford, PA – Pre-WWII","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarly Zippo petrol lighter manufactured by Zippo Mfg. Co., Bradford, Pennsylvania, and stamped with U.S. Patent No. 2032695. This example features a brushed metal case with custom engraving reading \u003cstrong\u003e“Northmont”\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath a stylized floral emblem, indicating a period advertising or presentation lighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base stamp reads \u003cstrong\u003e“ZIPPO MFG. CO. BRADFORD, PA – ZIPPO – PAT. 2032695 – MADE IN U.S.A.”\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming early production. These pre–World War II Zippos are heavier, more simply finished, and far scarcer than postwar examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA solid piece of early American tobacciana and advertising history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNoticeable surface wear, scratching, and patina consistent with age. Lid, hinge, and case appear intact. Insert not evaluated for function; sold as a collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Legacy Antiques \u0026 Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51795765002533,"sku":"5091190250926","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0878\/8190\/8517\/files\/2025-12-27-mwzQkBf7-IMG_3840.jpg?v=1766854508","url":"https:\/\/inletlegacy.com\/products\/3edaa6-early-zippo-lighter-northmont-engraved-ad","provider":"Legacy Antiques \u0026 Consignment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}