How do you identify antique railroad lanterns?

To identify antique railroad lanterns, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on the bottom. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your lantern based on these markings, and then you can research the company to find out when it was in business and making lanterns similar to yours. To be considered an antique, a railroad lantern must be at least 100 years old. If you can't find a maker's marking, it's generally necessary to use the characteristics of a lantern to date it. Because this can be difficult without experience and training, you may wish to seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer when identifying unmarked railroad lanterns. Explore a selection of lanterns on 1stDibs.

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique railroad scale you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique railroad scale for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, metal and copper. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique railroad scale — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique railroad scale, designed in the Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique railroad scale that is appealing in its simplicity, but Edouard Colonna produced versions that are worth a look.

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How do you identify antique railroad lanterns?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
To identify antique railroad lanterns, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on the bottom. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your lantern based on these markings, and then you can research the company to find out when it was in business and making lanterns similar to yours. To be considered an antique, a railroad lantern must be at least 100 years old. If you can't find a maker's marking, it's generally necessary to use the characteristics of a lantern to date it. Because this can be difficult without experience and training, you may wish to seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer when identifying unmarked railroad lanterns. Explore a selection of lanterns on 1stDibs.