VTG Vietnam War Viet Cong Military Issue Lighter #15 CU CHI 7.5.1970 Authentic

Description: UP for your BIDVINTAGE VIETNAM WAR LIGHTER #15Authentic Viet Cong Military Issue LighterAluminum 2 1/4 x 1" Markings: Eagle on Globe with the words: MOI NGAY NHU MOI NGAY on the lid portion. Hard to translate - different translating sites give different meanings. Most say: Every day like every day or get right now (?) Must have cultural idiom meaning? Other side has City and Date on lid - presumably date of issue - and Saigon with building stamped into the metal on the bottom portion.This lighter is stamped: CAI LAY 7.5.1970 = May 7, 1970The bottom is stamped HOA-MAI - the makerThe condition is very good. The wick appears unused and the exterior has scuff marks and minor dings due to age. Some minimal corrosion in spots. They do not light - no fuel. Selling AS IS. Please check photos and ask questions before bidding. I will be listing 15 of these lighters in my store with different issue dates and cities. If you would like to make a combined offer on more than one, please message me. I am also interested in ANY information you may have on these artifacts. They came from an estate with other Vietnam War items. I have family who fought in the Vietnam War and sincerely thank the Vets from that long and brutal conflict. Lighters are fun and I enjoy the variety and usefulness of these collectibles. Most of my lighters for sale come from estate sales or auctions. Sometimes I can learn about the previous owner if the lighter is monogrammed or military or even one for advertising. Most of the time I don’t have any history. Of course ZIPPO is the big American name, but there are many others worth collecting. Feel free to offer information if you know more. Also feel free to ask questions. All lighters are sold AS IS. Thanks a lot for looking ~ Kath FINDING TREASURES TO MAKE YOU HAPPY!WELCOME TOTREASURES FROM KATHMy goal is to make you happy with your entire eBay experience. As a school principal I used to deal with people’s children. Now I just deal with their “junk.” It’s a lot less stress. I love to treasure hunt at auctions, yard & estate sales, and thrift stores for items that intrigue me and I hope will be a treasure to you. Almost all the items in my store are used. Some are labeled vintage, which really means ~ of a certain period. ~ CONDITION ~The first priority is to honestly describe every item for sale. I inspect each treasure carefully, sometimes try to clean it up, then photograph it to show any condition issues. Sometimes photos don’t show the details or color well enough, and I am not a good photographer, so I will TRY to note every crack, scrape, missing part or wear issue I have found. If you find that your purchase is not as you understood it to be, I will accept almost all returns (unless otherwise stated AS IS on particular items) if you notify me within THIRTY days of receiving your item. Many eBay sellers post a condition rating system, but I sell so many different kinds of collectibles that it’s difficult to standardize a system. Please be assured that my goal is to make you happy with your purchase. ~ PAYMENT ~With eBay managed payments, I can accept methods other than Paypal. Sometimes things come up that cause an inability to pay. Please let me know and don’t leave me wondering. If payment isn’t received within 4 days, I will start the process of cancelling your unpaid item. ~ SHIPPING ~Quick shipping is a priority. Most items go out the next business day following your payment. I use USPS Ground Advantage (which used to be USPS First Class) or Priority Mail. I will also ship internationally, but the costs do get high even for small items. You are responsible for all duties & taxes on your items, as well as knowing about any restricted items (for example – knives/lighters). I will not change value on any purchase. All treasures are securely packed and sometimes insured depending on your preference or the value. If you feel that the shipping cost is high, please bear in mind that shipping involves more than just the postage. It includes packaging materials (which are often recycled, so don’t mind the weird box) and driving to the post office. If there is a way to reduce your cost, I will try to do so. Combined purchases are welcome and will reduce postage fees. I want to work with you to deliver your treasure in the fastest and safest way. ~ FEEDBACK ~Please contact me with any questions about an item before you bid. I also appreciate any additional information about items from anyone who knows more. I love learning about collectibles from all the experts out there. Positive feedback is so important to me, that's why I try hard, so you feel like giving it. I will leave feedback for you after I've heard you've received your treasure. If you have trouble leaving feedback for me, please let me know, so I can inform eBay of the problem. Thanks for reading this far J. The Golden Rule is the basis for all business in my store. Thanks for shopping with me on eBay!

Price: 50 USD

Location: Highland, Maryland

End Time: 2024-12-17T00:59:28.000Z

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