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1920's Rare bronze lamp cast by UNC of the original Alderman well with pump

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Description the University sold them for all of $20.00 during the first half of the 20th century --this price included shipping...probably they were sold to alumni. Note - glass shade has been broken - lamp comes with no shade.
Category Lamps and Chandeliers
Medium Bronze lamp cast
Distinguishing marks Universty Of North Carolina 1793
Condition Good
Date Period 1920's
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spajohnson 🌱 Newbie 5 years ago

My Dad has one.  Recently the housekeeper broke the dome.  Hopefully we have found someone to make a new one in Asheville.  My aunt would love to have it as well as both of my siblings as we all went to Carolina.  My dad and aunt grew up in Chapel Hill.  Their grandfather was the first University doctor.  One was sold this past fall on Ebay for $500 I beleive but missed the sale.  What is the history of yours do you know and how did you get two?  Thanks.

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gramscram 🌱 Newbie 5 years ago

My family also has generations of UNC graduates - I grew up in Chapel Hill - my father bought his 2 from elderly lady - friend of our family - he paid $500 for each one in the 1970's - 
 

500 on eBay sounds crazy - 

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spajohnson 🌱 Newbie 5 years ago

New message to: ggriffin

 

I am looking to buy one of these lamps. By chance have you already mailed the lamp? Can I bid for it or contact the buyer? Thank you..

Sarah Johnson
 


Rare University of North Carolina Old Well Lamp

 

Image removed. Current Bid: $500.00Auction ends Nov 14, 2019 13:55 PSTBids: 3Free ShippingPlace bid

Get to know the buyer sjoh1463

 

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spajohnson 🌱 Newbie 5 years ago

I know, the Old Well lamp is one of my family's treasures.  I even wanted to take it to the Antique Roadshow but did not.  Wonder if our families know each other?  My dad grew up on Cameron.

Would love to buy your lamp.  Please let me know if you want to put a price on it.  Thank you.  

 

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