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C1920-1940 a British Rail Signal Oil Lamp
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C1920-1940 a British Rail Signal Oil Lamp

1920 - 1940
Description

Circa1920- 1940 a British Rail oil signal lamp with the original parts, including the two coloured glass lenses.

The lamp measures 29cm in height and approximately 20cm in depth.

The initials BR can be seen clearly on the oil lamp (photo 2), and on the side of the lantern in photo 6. The lamp as a whole is in good condition.

Postage and packing costs for the UK mainland only is included in the price. For delivery abroad or for outside areas, please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Lancaster Antiques has dated this British Railway Signal Lamp to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1062600
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1847
Description
Circa1920- 1940 a British Rail oil signal lamp with the original parts, including the two coloured glass lenses.

The lamp measures 29cm in height and approximately 20cm in depth.

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The initials BR can be seen clearly on the oil lamp (photo 2), and on the side of the lantern in photo 6.
Lancaster Antiques

The lamp as a whole is in good condition.

Postage and packing costs for the UK mainland only is included in the price. For delivery abroad or for outside areas, please contact us for a quote.

Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Lancaster Antiques has dated this British Railway Signal Lamp to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1062600
Dealers Internal Ref
1847
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A black painted steel British railway signal oil lamp featuring a brass-rimmed glass lens, carrying handle, and side bracket.
C1920-1940 A BRITISH RAIL SIGNAL OIL LAMP
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FAQs

Signal oil lamps were portable handheld lanterns used by railway guards and staff between the early to mid-twentieth century to convey visual light signals to train drivers and signalmen.

These lamps are typically constructed from heavy-gauge sheet steel or iron coated in black paint or enamel, featuring brass fittings, glass lenses, and internal oil burner components.

Authentic examples often feature stamped initials or logos from railway companies such as BR, LNER, or GWR on the metal body, alongside period-correct brass mechanisms and thick glass lenses.

An industrial railway lamp serves as a striking accent piece on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or console table within industrial or eclectic interior schemes.

Dust the metal body gently with a dry microfibre cloth and use a specialist metal polish sparingly on brass accents, avoiding harsh abrasive cleaners that could strip original paint or patina.
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