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A Pair of Vintage Railroad Traffic Signal Lanterns

Lot 521: A Pair of Vintage Railroad Traffic Signal Lanterns

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Estimated price: £15 - £30

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A pair of vintage railroad traffic signal lanterns. Each rectangular-bodied lantern is constructed from painted metal, predominantly red. They feature a hinged carrying handle, a domed top with ventilation, and multiple glass lenses. One lantern has a large, centrally-mounted clear lens with concentric rings on the front, while the other has a smooth red lens. Smaller colored lenses, appearing amber/red, are present on the sides. One lantern is depicted with its hinged front door open, revealing an interior fitted with an electrical bulb holder and a black power cord, indicating an electrified or converted design.