Lot #122 - "A EX Co" - Express Company lantern
This tall globe (5 1/4" tall)
lantern was made for either the Adams or American Express Company. Standard
Railroad lanterns were modified with bulls-eyes so that the Express
companies could use them as Wagon Lamps. The bail is also modified to have
an eyelet in the top for more secure mounting. These could have also been
used on-board trains or used for general purpose lighting. The lid is
clearly stamped "A. EX. Co". The top has the Start Headlight
manufacturing marks. The lid latch is the unusual Star 2 tiny brass rivet
retainer. I am not sure if the red bulls-eye was factory or Express Company
applied. The base also has unusual flat base wire wraps. The base also has
an angle before it plunges down for the fount cup. Models like a Reliable
come straight across. The fount is unmarked and the brass burner is a
"Vortex" model. The globe is an unmarked Rayo. The frame has a
globe platform so a non-extended base globe is appropriate for this frame.
Excellent condition.
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copyright Scott Czaja 201
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Railroad
Adams or American Express Co
Size
5 1/2" globe height
Condition
Excellent