#6426 • Dietz Vesta Reading Company Locomotive Dept. Railroad Lantern

Part of October 2024 Railroadiana - Day 2 (live auction by Rail & Road Auctions)

High bid $100.00

Status: Sold

Dietz Vesta lantern with R Co Loco Dept stamped on the shoulder. Latest patent date stamped on the shoulder reads Sept. 18, '24. Burner pot, fount, wick raiser and wick are all present. Corning CNX clear cast globe has Ro C cast in a medium strike in a rounded end panel. The globe is in excellent condition with no notable chips, cracks or breaks. Lantern body is also in great condition, cleaned with some minor pitting and wear. Please see photos for best description.