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South Eastern Railway Signalling Lamp
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South Eastern Railway Signalling Lamp

1900 - 1920
Description

A good example of an original railway signalling lamp dating from the early 20th Century. It has a copperised finish and is stamped S(E)R for South Eastern Railway. It is complete with its original oil burner and it also has its original triple aspect filter with red glass and blue glass.

It is in good condition for its age. There is a small chip to the edge of the front glass and there is some wear to the finish, minor corrosion and some knocks and marks in places but overall it displays well. The lamp is untested but I see no reason why the burner wouldn't work.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £10

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Railway Signalling Lamp to the 1920s.

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SA1228642
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A good example of an original railway signalling lamp dating from the early 20th Century. It has a copperised finish and is stamped S(E)R for South Eastern Railway.
It is complete with its original oil burner and it also has its original triple aspect filter with red glass and blue glass.
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fig 1. An antique metal railway signalling lamp with an arched top carrying handle, a conical vented cap, and a prominent circular glass lens.
fig 1. South Eastern Railway Signalling Lamp

It is in good condition for its age. There is a small chip to the edge of the front glass and there is some wear to the finish, minor corrosion and some knocks and marks in places but overall it displays well. The lamp is untested but I see no reason why the burner wouldn't work.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £10

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Railway Signalling Lamp to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228642
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7 North Street
Ashburton
Devon
TQ13 7QJ
United Kingdom

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An antique metal railway signalling lamp with an arched top carrying handle, a conical vented cap, and a prominent circular glass lens.
South Eastern Railway Signalling Lamp
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An antique metal railway signalling lamp with an arched top carrying handle, a conical vented cap, and a prominent circular glass lens.
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Railway signalling lamps were portable lighting devices used by railway guards, signalmen, and track workers to convey visual signals to train drivers using coloured lenses or internal filters.

These lamps were predominantly constructed from durable metals such as brass, copper, or sheet iron to withstand harsh weather, featuring heavy glass lenses and internal paraffin or oil burners.

Authentic railway lamps frequently feature stamped railway company initials, brass identification plates, heavy hand-soldered or riveted seams, and period-correct internal burner assemblies.

A vintage signalling lamp serves as an industrial accent piece when displayed on a bookshelf, sideboard top, or rustic mantelpiece alongside historic books and brassware.

Dust the exterior regularly with a soft, dry cloth and avoid abrasive chemical polishes that strip away the natural patina; glass lenses can be cleaned with a mild vinegar and water solution.
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