I have been collecting casino lighters for a long time. Here are a few that I have scans of...
Some from Reno -
These two from the Riverside are neat - the brass finish is a bit more common than the chrome. It is interesting that these are as available as they are considering that Mert Werthiemer passed away not too long after taking over the management of the casino in the Riverside. He died in July 1958.
This is my pride and joy lighter from Dick Graves Nugget in Sparks. It is a double collectible - a casino lighter and a Christmas gift from a casino - all the Reno casinos put out Christmas gifts to their customers. The best ones I think are from the Bank Club but this one is a real gem.
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