This is an old railroad lantern , app. 11 1/4 inches tall (plus swinging handle) and 7 inches in diameter at base. Marked on top Dietz Vesta New York USA M. With patent dates from'07 to'10. Clear globe is embossed "Dietz Vesta New York USA".
Good condition - roughness/chips to top & bottom of globe; body shows wear/minor dings; burner adjustment knob works, but stiff; burner has old solder repair on retaining clip; see all 10 pics. Items can be picked up in person at our office. Our home is smoke free. Nice addition to your collection! Please see our other listings.The item "Vintage Old Dietz Vesta M Ry Co Monongahela Railway Railroad RR Lantern" is in sale since Monday, March 2, 2020. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Transportation\Railroadiana & Trains\Hardware\Lanterns & Lamps". The seller is "antiques4u" and is located in Toledo, Ohio. This item can be shipped worldwide.