This collectible item falls under the category of transportation, specifically railroadiana and trains. It is a crossing lantern hardware piece that would have been used on trains or along railroad tracks during that time period, serving as a lighting source. The lamp would have been crucial for providing illumination and safety on the railroads during the early 20th century. It was listed as a Jeff po Handlan C rossing L antern. It could use some cleaning, but looks like it's in great historical condition. Please Nite: There are no company Hallmarks visible. Is a crossing gate railroad lamp made by the Handlan company. It has two red lenses, 180 degrees apart.