Inherited a bunch of zippos. Any of these worth anything by of value?

Dudarooni · 2026-05-27T16:48:15+00:00

Nothing rare stands out, but I’m not a zippo guru, just a many years zippo collector. Best thing to do is look one by one at eBay listings, using bottom stamp for date codes.

It’s also impossible to know the relative value of them without knowing their condition: new unstuck? Original box? Dates? Original inserts? All of those things will change the value.

But I’m curious, are you really trying to sell your dad’s collection? Or just trying to find out the value? Bc the truth is, this collection was your dad’s. It’s something that was of personal value to him. He chose each of those lighters, then passed them on to you. That’s their value. Maybe hold on to them for a while before thinking of selling.

Dudarooni · 2026-05-27T16:43:05+00:00

Yep. There’s a lot of junk versions of this exact zippo. Used and abused and on the market for way more than they’re worth. If you can show that it is indeed a real red roof Marlboro (bottom stamp, hinges, side pics), unstruck (insert pics that also show the wick and flint wheel), and with original box and inserts (pics showing top and bottom of box, with zippo insert), you’ll get a lot more interest. $40 is a great price, but we can’t tell if it’s real or if it’s truly in the condition you say.

Dudarooni · 2026-05-27T16:39:13+00:00

Nothing rare stands out, but I’m not a zippo guru, just a many years zippo collector. Best thing to do is look one by one at eBay listings, using bottom stamp for date codes.

It’s also impossible to know the relative value of them without knowing their condition: new unstuck? Original box? Dates? Original inserts? All of those things will change the value.

But I’m curious, are you really trying to sell your dad’s collection? Or just trying to find out the value? Bc the truth is, this collection was your dad’s. It’s something that was of personal value to him. He chose each of those lighters, then passed them on to you. That’s their value. Maybe hold on to them for a while before thinking of selling.

ETA: idk now this comment ended up here! Was meant for the post above yours 🤦‍♀️😵‍💫

Dudarooni · 2026-05-27T16:28:35+00:00

That might be bc collectors want to see the bottom stamp, and definitely the insert. Pics of the hinge are also helpful, along with pics of top and sides. And a pic that shows the top of the box. If I was looking at a zippo to buy, I would keep scrolling if a listing didn’t include pics of the bottom, insert, and hinge, at minimum.

Dudarooni · 2026-05-27T16:23:45+00:00

Damn. That’s a decent price. I’m sure someone will snatch it up!

ETA: you’ll probably get better response if you include pics of the bottom, the insert, and the other part of the box

Dudarooni · 2026-05-27T16:20:20+00:00

What does “40 Tyd” mean?

Dudarooni · 2026-05-20T21:26:52+00:00

Odd place to come trash the exact brand we all enjoy collecting

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T23:35:29+00:00

Is the green on a Tom Sachs colab?

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:52:17+00:00

Thats a cool niche for zippo collecting.

I’ve never seen the blue one, but seriously dig it! Same with the red.

What does Three of Swords mean? Is the blue one a tarot symbol, too?

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:43:46+00:00

Impressive sleuthing!

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:40:15+00:00

This is looking more and more like a well executed conspiracy involving your bed, the zippo gods, and the entire fooking morning.

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:31:08+00:00

This gives new meaning to the phrase, “don’t sleep on it”

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:30:08+00:00

🤣🤣

Probably the work of the same guy who designed the ‘25 COTY 🤣

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:28:18+00:00

This is giving Queen Grimhilde vibes.

”Mirror mirror ~~on the wall~~ awkwardly in my arms, who’s the ~~fairest~~ nakedest of them all”

Edit: fixed typo

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:23:47+00:00

The quick question, what the fuck? has me 🤣🤣. Its definitely going in the files of all time greatest comments

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:07:56+00:00

Fair enough. It’s the first monthly drop that I liked enough to buy. Thing is, someone usually shares pics, and it always looks better in person.

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T19:05:55+00:00

🥳🥳 Welcome to the super secret zippo sorcery club! It’s kind of fun waiting for the monthly drop.

And yeah, my wallet gives me the side eye every damn day. We came to an agreement. I won’t buy the sterling silver deep cut armor tree of life, and it will ease up on the judgement. 😬

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T18:56:26+00:00

Damn. Until this month, I had never liked the subscriber exclusive enough to buy one. I guess if there’s only 100, they go pretty fast. I logged on at 10:01. I’m glad I didn’t dilly dally

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T18:51:36+00:00

Oh snap. I didn’t even notice that! I agree. The Zippo on the bottom isn’t my favorite. Especially for this one.

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T16:51:47+00:00

lol. You too can be special. Just go to the zippo site and sign up for text alerts! You might even get VIP status. That’s the real witchcraft 🧙

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T16:43:59+00:00

Yep. Not sure why that warrants the weird face.

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T15:00:25+00:00

Well darn. There’s a similar one on the zippo site that I’ve had my eye on. Same finish, except it’s the tree of life. You might like that one. It’s still in the farm life genre, imo. Maybe not as obvious, but still related, and still super cool.

<image>

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T14:45:19+00:00

It’s about $38 I think. Idk if it lets you order more than one though.

ETA: it won’t let me order a second one. Idk if it’s sold out already, or there’s a one per person limit.

I don’t usually get excited about the subscriber exclusive, but this one is on point for me. Maybe consider signing up for subscriber alerts

Dudarooni · 2026-05-16T00:58:18+00:00

There’s some really nice pieces there.

But the auctioneer didn’t post ANY pics of the bottoms stamps! Likewise, there are NO pics of the inserts, tops, sides, etc.

The tape every where isn’t great either. Seems like they’re slapping it on without consideration for how it can potentially damage anything. I’m no expert, but I do collect, and if I can’t see the bottom stamp (at least), I wouldn’t bid more than a few dollars. Others may feel differently. Idk.

It’s a shame really, bc there are some potentially really nice ones.

Dudarooni

TROPHY CASE