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USS Noa zippo lighter, engraved depicting the pickup of John Glenn's space capsul 1962

Description

This is a zippo slim lighter with the following inscription on it. "USS Noa approaching FRIENDSHIP 7 space craft after Astronaut John H. Glenn Jr. completed three orbits around the earth. Feb. 20, 1962"   This lighter was only sold on board the USS Noa.  The engraving show a picture of the ship and the space craft in the water.   

Category Militaria
Medium chrome metal
Distinguishing marks engraved picture of USS Noa picking up John Glenn
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 1" by 2"
Date Period 1962
Weight 3 oz
History Acquired this item while in the Navy from 62 to 66.
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