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Antique Railroad Lantern

By lindaleebaker@…, 3 June, 2011
Description

On the top of the first lantern is has a lot imprinted on it.
On the very top it says "THE ADAMS & WECTLAKE CO. H.V.N.Y."
On other end of top it says "ADLAKE No. 250 KERO NEW YORK-CHICAGO-PHILA.
Around the large ring it says "PATD US MAY-581908355PT21 - 1909 - NOV 1911
PRI-1913 - MAY 9 - 1922 - CANADA 1921-1920 PATS PENDING
On side of glass is has ADLAKE KERO embossed into glass.
On the other side of the glass it looks like a large letter "C" with a smaller NX inside.

It was used by my Great Grandfather on the trains out of West Virginia.  Looking to have appraised and possible sell.

Below that painted on if C & O.

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
metal, possibly copper, but looks like dirty silver
Distinguishing marks
"ADLAKE No. 250 KERO NEW YORK-CHICAGO-PHILA.
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
16" tall 20" diameter
Date Period
"PATD US MAY-581908355PT21 - 1909 - NOV 1911
Weight
3-4 lbs
History
It is in complete original condition.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
Inherited
For Sale?
Yes
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