Miniature Oil Lamp – Novelty Playing Cards Suit

Updated August 7, 2026

Miniature Oil Lamp – Novelty Playing Cards Suit Motif (Hearts & Spades), Aged Brass Burner & Clear Glass Hurricane Shade: Miniature glass oil lamp / kerosene lamp. Design/Subject: Novelty casino, gambling, or card-game style featuring a clear glass globe font base. The rounded body is designed with molded circular panels showcasing vibrant graphic card suit emblems, including a red heart and a black spade. Outfitted with a threaded brass collar, a classic crown-style turn-knob wick raiser burner with a small wire-wheel handle, and a pinched-neck clear glass hurricane chimney shade. Material: Clear glass base and chimney shade with brass components. Features: The eye-catching red and black card suit graphics offer a unique, playful aesthetic that stands out significantly compared to standard traditional patterns. An excellent crossover piece for miniature lighting enthusiasts, playing card collectors, or vintage barware and game room decor showcases. Condition: Good vintage/pre-owned condition. The clear glass base font and matching chimney shade are intact and free of major structural cracks or large chips, with only standard light factory roughness on the hidden bottom rim of the shade and mild surface cloudiness on the interior glass. The red and black suit decals are largely intact with crisp colors. The brass burner exhibits a natural, darkened antique patina consistent with age. An internal fabric wick is present; the mechanical adjustment turn-knob turns smoothly, but the unit is otherwise untested for burning functionality. Display: Stable, flat-bottomed circular base footprint. A charming and distinct addition to a miniature lamp collection, vintage novelty glass display, or a thematic game room shelf.

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