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Antique Hirsch Electric Mine Lamp – Early Safety Lantern w/ Nameplate
Last updated 3 days ago in Gardena, CA
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Rare early 20th-century electric mine lamp from Hirsch Electric Mine Lamp Co., Philadelphia. This rugged brass-bodied lantern features a large convex lens and an intact nameplate—a key marker of provenance and authenticity. Hirsch was among the first companies to produce “permissible” electric safety lamps approved by the U.S. Bureau of Mines. • Maker: Hirsch Electric Mine Lamp Co., Philadelphia • Type: Early electric mine lamp / safety lantern • Features: Brass body, latch mechanism, convex lens, original nameplate • Condition: Untested, lens intact, latch functional, patina consistent with age A must-have for mining memorabilia collectors, industrial décor enthusiasts, or anyone interested in the evolution of safety technology.
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