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Lot # L187

Dietz No. 40 Red St. Louis Kerosene Lantern w/ Red Globe View Watchlist >

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Lot # L187
System ID # 25359917

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Dietz No. 40 Red St. Louis Kerosene Lantern w/ Red Globe

This vintage Dietz No. 40 kerosene lantern features its original bright red painted steel body and matching embossed red glass globe. Marked “St. Louis USA” on the top, it showcases the classic Dietz traffic-and-warning lantern design, complete with a hinged top, wire guard, and brass burner assembly. The lantern’s bold red finish and substantial form make it an appealing display piece with strong industrial and railroad-era charm.

A functional kerosene lantern in its time, it now stands as a collectible example of mid-20th-century American utility lighting. Whether added to a railroading collection or showcased as rustic décor, it offers an authentic period look with its original hardware and glass intact. Don’t miss the chance to own this classic Dietz model.

CONDITION

In good vintage condition with rust and finish wear/loss throughout, consistent with age and outdoor use. Minor imperfections are present on the glass globe, though no cracks are noted. Metal surfaces show oxidation and paint loss, and the burner assembly has age-related residue. Overall, the lantern remains structurally sound and displays well.

DIMENSIONS

  • Height with handle: 15 inches (approx., based on your “5" handle” note)
  • Height without handle: 7 1/2 inches

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