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Railroad lanterns are basically a metal 'cage' with a translucent globe protecting a light source. They were used for relaying signals and inspecting trains at night. Collectors look for earlier lanterns that burned kerosene, signal oil, or other types of fuel. Most are 'trainmens lanterns' which were used by railroad crew members, but some are 'conductors lanterns' used in passenger service and 'inspectors lanterns' used for inspecting trains in terminals and yards. Any lantern or globe with a railroad marking is especially valued.
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Bruce Bleier's tribute to the Emeralite and Bellova lampshades made from Czech glass and popularized and distribute… [read review or visit site]
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