Babe Ruth
Scarce 1935 Engraved Cigarette Lighter BABE RUTH Nice!
DESCRIPTION
A very scarce and attractive cigarette lighter from 1935 featuring the events that year around the world. In the sports world, Babe Ruth's retirement from the game was the top story and he is honored here as one of the newsmakers that year. The lighter measures approx. 2.5" in height and 2-1/4" in diameter and is made of metal with a leather bottom and bronze-like panel siding featuring (6) engraved side images of which five commemorates moments that year and the sixth panel inscribed "Remember 1935". Ruth is shown holding a bat with his famous #3 and the panel is inscribed "Babe Ruth Retires".The lighter is in excellent condition overall and with some oil and fluid, it would be functional. A beautiful vintage all-original piece.
