A yearly limited edition released since 1992, paused between 2003 and 2013, resumed in 2014. Some years carry distinct Americas, Europe, and Asia editions. This page lists everything, newest first.
Honors Zippo's family legacy across four generations of Blaisdell leadership. Armor Black Ice case with four concentric circles centered on a red epoxy-filled Zippo flame icon. A MultiCut pattern radiates outward in ripple effects symbolizing the multiple generations of Zippo employees, fans, and collectors. Consecutively numbered, includes commemorative booklet.
EMEA regional variant of the 2026 Generations COTY. Same Generations theme honoring four generations of Blaisdell family leadership and multiple generations of Zippo employees, fans and collectors. Regional release distinct from Americas Black Ice and Asia Tumbled Brass variants.
Asia regional variant of the 2026 Generations COTY. Armor body crafted from tumbled brass with multi-layered, intricately engraved three-dimensional curved textures resembling unfolding waves, and the iconic red flame motif inlaid at the center via epoxy filler. Distinct design from the Americas Black Ice variant.
25th anniversary of the original Keeper of the Flame Collectible introduced in 2000. Armor Black Ice case with three-color inlaid epoxy: red (fire, warmth, power, energy), blue (peace, spirituality, intuition, inspiration), green (nature, growth, balance). Each unit consecutively numbered with luxury authentication stamp.
Europe, Middle East and Africa regional variant of the 2025 COTY. Armor High Polish Chrome case (vs Black Ice for Americas / Gold Plate for Asia Pacific). Same Lunar Eclipse / 25th Anniversary of Keeper of the Flame design language with three-color inlaid epoxy.
Asia Pacific regional variant of the 2025 COTY. Armor High Polish Gold Plate case (vs Black Ice for Americas / Chrome for EMEA). Same 25th Anniversary of Keeper of the Flame design with three-color inlaid epoxy.
Celebrates three Zippo milestones in one display of artistry. Introduced as the Florentine in 1974, the iconic Venetian pattern swirls on all sides of the Armor case via Laser Engrave process, and is replicated on the coordinating gold-flashed insert.
Marks 75 years since the original Zippo Car (a 1947 Chrysler Saratoga overhauled into a pair of larger-than-life Zippo windproof lighters by founder George G. Blaisdell) first took to the highways. Armor High Polish Black case depicts the iconic Zippo Car using Photo Image 360 process. Capped with a Swarovski amber-coloured crystal flame.
Europe regional variant of the 2023 COTY. Polished Black Armor case with Photo Image 360 of the iconic 1947 Zippo Car. Brandywine-coloured Swarovski crystal flame. Laser Two-Tone reveals the Zippo flame and 75th anniversary icon in brass. Gold-plated insert with repeating Zippo motif.
Asia regional variant of the 2023 COTY commemorating 75 years of the Zippo Car (1947 Chrysler Saratoga). Polished Black Armor case with Photo Image 360 of the iconic Zippo Car. Distinguished by a RED Swarovski crystal flame (vs amber for Americas, brandywine/silver for Europe). Laser Two-Tone reveals the Zippo flame and 75th anniversary icon in brass.
Americas regional variant of the 2022 90th Anniversary COTY. Armor Black Ice (vs Chrome for Europe, Gold Plate for Asia). First-ever combination of 360 MultiCut, 3D Deep Carve, Lustre Etch, and Laser Engrave processes. Debut of red glitter epoxy inlay. Gold-plate insert.
Europe regional variant of the 2022 90th Anniversary COTY. Armor High-Gloss Chrome (vs Black Ice for Americas, Gold Plate for Asia). Same 360 MultiCut + 3D Deep Carve + Lustre Etch + Laser Engrave + red glitter epoxy decoration. Gold-plate insert.
Diamond-shaped 360-degree MultiCut technology over a gold-plated case. Asian-market variant of the 90th anniversary release.
Commemorates 100 years of Art Deco. Polished black case with kite-shaped Swarovski crystal emblem and gold-plated insert.
European regional variant of the 2021 COTY. Polished Black case with Swarovski Crystal kite-shaped emblem (different crystal variant from Americas/Asia). Same 360 Laser Engraving with selective gold plating in Art Deco styling.
Asia regional variant of the 2021 COTY. Polished Black case with Swarovski Crystal kite-shaped emblem (different crystal color than Americas Crystal Golden Shadow). 360 Laser Engraving with selective gold plating in classic Art Deco styling.
Inspired by the debut of Zippo's new logo - the first major revamp since the flame design released in 1980. Features the new stylized 'Z' wrapped around the lighter via Zippo's MultiCut process, smoothly carving a recessed background that surrounds the signature 'Z' for an embossed effect. Recessed areas adorned with 360-degree laser-engraved abstract monochromatic seamless waves. Set on Armor High Polish Black Ice with heavy gold insert.
Asia regional release accompanying the global Z2 Vision COTY. Plated gold and silver Armor case with enamel jacket depicting the dragon and phoenix - the two most powerful symbols in Chinese mythology in traditional artistic style.
Celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Iridescent Galaxy finish with the moon's cratered surface rendered in Zippo's then-new Texture Print process, capturing tactile detail combined with cinematic color imaging. Astronaut figure deep-carved; U.S. flag and landing date laser-engraved on the back.
Floral motifs and intricate banding diagonally wrap the entire Armor Gold-Plated lighter via 360-degree MultiCut engraving.
Celebrates Zippo's 85th anniversary with high-polish Armor Chrome case, 360-degree MultiCut engraving featuring diamond patterns, Lustre Imprint Method, and an epoxy-filled flame inlay.
Marked the beginning of a new luxury design era for Zippo, selected by then-owner George Duke. Satin chrome Armor case adorned with a band of engraved facets to enhance the chrome's sparkle. 360-degree Multi-Cut engraving applied to the edge, over the edge, and around the entire lighter.
Designed by Grant Duke, fourth-generation Zippo family member, and personally selected by then-owner George Duke. A repeated never-ending spiral pattern carved on an Armor Spectrum case represents the reusable nature of the Zippo and the passing of the flame from generation to generation. Brass insert.
COTY program returns after a 12-year hiatus. The Windy emblem — the pin-up girl leaning into the wind to light a cigarette, debuted in Zippo's first national ad in 1937 — rendered as a whisper-thin emblem reminiscent of Zippo's early Metallique process, on a classic 1935 Replica brushed chrome lighter.
Eleventh and final Collectible of the Year of the original series. Brushed brass 1941 Replica with full-faced brass emblem and exclusive bottom stamp. Packaged in a colorful tin pictured with Zippo collectors and fans from National Zippo Day and the Zippo/Case Swap Meet. Includes a special booklet of personal stories from Zippo owners.
Zippo's own Hollywood star. Pink terrazzo emblem replicating the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, on a Gold Dust finish lighter. Packaged in a star-shaped collectible tin with certificate of authenticity.
Millennium Collectible of the Year, accenting a return to basics. Earth-toned genuine-leather medallion encased in an antiqued brass frame, on a classic brushed chrome lighter. Special 2000 Bottom Stamp authenticates as a Millennium Edition.
Millennium Edition COTY. Zippo's inaugural use of TVD titanium coating, produced by the same technology NASA uses for the Space Shuttle. First-ever computer-engraved Zippo collectible. The engraved message 'One World...One Future' expresses Zippo's belief that the challenges of a new millennium are best faced united. Authenticated by exclusive bottom stamp.
Commemorates the original 1947 Chrysler Saratoga Zippo Car - the parade car overhauled into a pair of 8-foot-tall open lighters with neon-simulated flames, introduced by founder George G. Blaisdell in 1948. Antiqued emblem on a Brushed Chrome lighter.
Celebrates Zippo's 65th anniversary (1932-1997). Nostalgic Art Deco pewter emblem on a high polish chrome case. Packaged in a commemorative red and black tin with a collage of Zippo advertising art.
Featured pin-up art designs honoring the iconic mid-century imagery that has long appeared on Zippo lighters. A 'Joan' variant was issued separately with its own collector box.
Four-lighter puzzle set depicting a lush jungle scene - when arranged side by side, the lighters form a continuous panoramic image. Introduced Zippo's Technigraphics imprinting process. Single Jaguar-and-Cub-at-Turtle-Falls lighter also produced.
Saluted the 50th anniversary of D-Day. Black crackle finish replicating the famous WWII finish, with antique brass emblem patterned after the sleeve patch worn by Allied troops. General Eisenhower's June 6, 1944 message to the troops reprinted inside the lid of the round collectible tin.
Second Collectible of the Year, recalling Zippo's first national advertisement. Deep pewter Windy/Varga Girl badge - the pin-up leaning into the wind to light a Zippo - affixed to a high-polished chrome 1935 Replica lighter. Packaged in a special COTY limited edition tin.
Zippo's first official Collectible of the Year, marking the 60th anniversary. Silver-plated case with gold-inlay engraved emblem, presented in a laser-engraved wooden box. Single lighter and a six-piece set were produced.