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Rare Rail Road Locomotive Head Light, circa 1931
$1,685

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Rare Rail Road Locomotive Head Light, circa 1931. A large copper lantern with brass mountings and glass lens, with riveted label marked "Newcastle #323, 1931." Contains a period, if not original, oil lamp. This large lantern was secured on bracket shelf at the front of a steam locomotive. It remains in excellent condition.
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- DimensionsHeight: 30 in. (76.2 cm)Width: 15.25 in. (38.74 cm)Depth: 6.75 in. (17.15 cm)
- StyleIndustrial (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques
- Place of Origin
- Period
- Date of Manufacturecirca 1931
- ConditionWear consistent with age and use.
- Seller LocationNantucket, MA
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