{"product_id":"vintage-graf-lz-127-tin-zeppelin-by-metalcraft","title":"Vintage Graf LZ 127 Tin Zeppelin by Metalcraft","description":"\u003cp\u003ec. 1928-1931; Metalcraft Corporation - St. Louis, MO\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nLarge pressed tin and riveted metal model airship patterned after the famous Graf Zeppelin LZ 127, executed with tapered cigar-form body, projecting tail fins, gondola detail, and exposed riveted panel construction throughout. Produced by Metalcraft Corporation during the height of international zeppelin fascination, the model reflects the streamlined industrial aesthetic and fascination with aviation technology that defined the late 1920s and early 1930s. The segmented metal skin, exposed fasteners, and elongated silhouette closely emulate contemporary German rigid airship construction while translating the form into a dramatic American-made toy and display object.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe LZ 127 became one of the most famous airships of the twentieth century, celebrated for its transatlantic passenger service and around-the-world flight.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShows heavy oxidation, surface rust, scratches, abrasions, and age-related patina throughout the tin and steel surfaces. Areas of finish loss and corrosion are visible across the riveted panel sections and fins. Model remains structurally stable overall with strong surviving form and visual presence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n27\" L x approx. 5\" Diam\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMM - 20988 - 052726\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor information regarding shipping, please visit our Terms \u0026amp; Conditions page \u003ca class=\"GeneratedLink\" href=\"https:\/\/industrialartifacts.net\/pages\/shipping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Artifacts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44193764933675,"sku":"20988","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0194\/8170\/files\/9e0f249d-2fb0-522f-894b-6f02ae81ea05.jpg?v=1781290728","url":"https:\/\/industrialartifacts.net\/products\/vintage-graf-lz-127-tin-zeppelin-by-metalcraft","provider":"Industrial Artifacts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}