Antique 1929 Goodyear Zeppelin Airdock Match Holder USS Akron Duralumin Aluminum Metal
02 July 2026
Description

This is a historically significant 1929 Goodyear-Zeppelin Airdock match holder. This piece was cast using genuine surplus Duralumin, the specialized lightweight aluminum-copper alloy used to build the frame of the famous U.S. Navy airship, the USS Akron. This souvenir was distributed to commemorate the historic construction of the massive Goodyear Airdock in Akron, Ohio, completed in 1929. This is a piece of American aviation and military history. The bottom of the piece has a strike area for the matches, pictured below.

Dimensions

Length: 7 1/2 inches Height: 2 1/4 inches Width: 2 5/8 inches

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