#5074 • Adlake Reliable Mobile & Ohio Railroad Lantern

Part of May 2026 Premier Railroadiana - Day 1 (live auction by Rail & Road Auctions)

High bid $60.00

Status: Sold

Adlake Reliable railroad lantern with M&O RR embossed on the chimney top, possibly for Mobile & Ohio, or for Marion & Ottawa, Mason & Oceana, Manchester & Oneda, or Muscatine & Oak. Latest patent date found on the shoulder rim reads 5.9.1922. Lantern lid has mild rust and the bottom wire is bent. Burner pot and fount are present. The tall clear CNX globe has a blank rounded end panel cast on the front. Globe is in good condition with moderate chipping and wear on the bottom and part of the top edges.