Made by S.M. Aikman from N.Y. Model is from their "O.K." line of lanterns. Solid brass fixed globe construction. Features the first patented removable globe guard , an innovative idea that never really caught on . Patented by W.H. Pierce of Cambridge Mass. Improvements in globe guards patented February 18th 1862 The guard simply bands together and the hexagonal horizontal guard slides on. ( very simple poor design) This is the only patented guard I've seen . Burner is marked Patented June 23, 1863 and has a snuff cap. Condition - excellent, as found Condition with perfect patina, clean plaster . No cracks to the brass . Slight dimple dent to the top. No visible condition issues present. ** has not been oil tested **
S.M. Aikman Mfg. Fixed globe With W.H. Pierce 1862 removable globe guard patent
SKU: SMAIK1862
$675.00Price