Century 21 Exposition Souvenir Lighter, 1962
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Artifact Overview
"Century 21" was the theme of the 1962 Seattle World's Fair. This futuristic look at the world of tomorrow provided iconic symbols that found their way onto fair souvenirs and memorabilia. This cigarette lighter sports the fair's "Century 21" logo.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Lighter (Fire-making equipment)
Date Made
1962
Subject Date
1962
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
85.127.300
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Estate of Stanley H. Cousineau.
Material
Metal
Dimensions
Height: 1.5 in
Width: 2 in
Inscriptions
side: CENTURY 21 EXPOSITION / SEATTLE WORLD'S / FAIR / 1962
bottom: PENGUIN / HIGH QUALITY / JAPAN
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