Lighter
Object number2010.99.2
Manufacturer
Zippo Manufacturing Company
Date1965
OriginBradford, PA
MediumMetal, flint, wick, paint
Credit LineGift of Ruth Thompson
DescriptionRectangular metal lighter with hinged cover. Circular orange, white, and blue Gulf logo on the body. Engraved and painted green text on the back has commemorative information. Maker and patent information on underside.Dimensions0.5 x 1.5 x 2 in. (1.3 x 3.8 x 5.1 cm)InscriptionsCircular orange, white, and blue "Gulf" logo on the body.
Engraved and painted green on the back reads: "CARIBBEAN REFINING CO. / 10 MO ANNIVERSARIO / 1955-1965".
MarksStamped on bottom: "BRADFORD, PA. / ZIPPO / (R) / PAT. 2517191".
Historical NotesLighter made to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the Caribbean Refining Company, likely a division of Gulf Oil Company.
Previous owner
Craig Thompson
Related institution
Gulf Oil Corporation
(1907 - 1984)
Related institution
Caribbean Refining Company
(founded 1955)
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