Vntg Railroad Lanterns - Dietz, Handlan & Adlake

Updated August 23, 2026

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Lot number9
Estimate100.00 - 1,000.00 USD
AuctionChicagoland Antiques, Jewelry & Collectibles Auction 9/1/26
DateSeptember 1, 2026 at 9:54 PM CDT
Auction houseEsquis Auctions
LocationWheeling, Illinois

Group of three vintage railroad and utility lanterns in assorted forms. Includes a green Dietz "Royal Tail" lantern marked "Dietz N.Y. U.S.A." with colored side lens; a Handlan lantern with red glass globe and brass-tone finish; and an Adlake Kero railroad lantern with red globe and protective wire cage, An appealing group of early railroad lighting equipment with original handles and period hardware. Condition shows age-related wear, oxidation, finish loss and surface marks; green Dietz lantern is missing its front lens. 9 1/2", 10" and 11 1/2" tall.

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