Illinois Manufacturing Co.

"THE BOSS"

Item # 13214

This German Silver conductor lantern is made by the Illinois Manufacturing Company of Adrian, MI. This model designated "THE BOSS" as marked on the top of the screw off fuel font lid is also patented 1875. The frame remains in such remarkably pristine condition it is amazing there are no cracks or dings in its surface at all. All parts appear original and in fine shape. This frame has top shelf rarity and a condition to match.

The globe is a purpose fit and shaped match to the frame. Doubtful you'd ever find a replacement to fit as perfectly as this one so we proclaim this to be an undeniable match. Hand blown and wheel cut with the name J. Doherty in old English script. The globe is flawless and crystal clear.

This is one of the finest conductor lanterns we've handled in the past several years. Just a beauty waiting for that position of prominence in any collection.

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C T HAM #3 1/2

Item # 13213

This nickel plated brass conductors lantern was made by CT Ham as marked on the bottom of the font cup. It is size 3 1/2 as shown. The frame is in excellent condition overall with no stress cracks and very good original nickel plating 95% intact. The frame shows use but no major dents or dings. The screw out font cup and font are also in excellent condition with no damage.

The globe is a spectacular ruby red over clear globe in beautiful original condition. Not marked in any way, but perfectly matching this great frame. The glass has a few small rim chips but no detracting damage whatsoever. Just a pristine example of a very hard to find two color globe. Don't miss this opportunity.

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DENVER & RIO GRANDE RAILROAD

Item # 13211

D&RGRR in large letters on the lid of this 1895 patent round wire twist off frame made by Adams & Westlake. The frame has smooth pit free metal with lots of original tinning left all over the frame. No problems on this example. It has its original twist off pot in excellent condition.

The globe is a clear cast melon style globe nicely cast D&RG on the front and Safety First across the back. There's a patch of frosted or worn glass above the letters that presents a slight esthetic distraction, but no cracks or chips in the glass at all.

PRICE: $575.00

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NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY

Item # 13086

Nice red cast corning globe marked NPRR. This one is one of the harder versions to find having no panel surrounding the NPRR lettering. Also cast SAFETY ALWAYS on the reverse. Excellent color and cast on this one.

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MINNESOTA & INTERNATIONAL RAILWAY

Item # 13085

An unbelievably hard globe to find. This bold cast M&IRy globe is in near mint condition. What a great addition to a frame if you have one!

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FREMONT ELKHORN & MISSOURI VALLEY RAILROAD

Item # 13083

This pre-1895 Adams round wire frame with twist off pot is marked FE&MVRR in large letters on the lid. Just a perfect patina on this all original frame. No problems to note. This frame is drop dead gorgeous.

The globe is a clear cast extended base early small serif letter globe cast C&NWRy in a square end panel. A decent match for this frame since C&NW bought the Fremont in the early 20th century. If you have a Fremont globe talk to us and we will sell each piece separate for those who are looking to complete a set.

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CHICAGO St. PAUL MINNEAPOLIS & OMAHA RAILWAY

Item # 13077

Adlake model 1913 Reliable with CStPM&ORy embossed on the single piece lid. Nicely cleaned and original top to bottom with no pitting and great tinning left. This frame's only flaw is a missing bail ear, a typical modification by railroaders using these in the yards.

The red cast Northwestern Line logo globe is absolutely gorgeous. Heavy strike and in near mint condition. No problems. Another wonderfully rare globe in a beautiful frame ready for your top shelf.

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CHICAGO BURLINGTON & QUINCY RAILROAD

Item # 13075

BURLINGTON ROUTE box logo embossed on the lid of this 1897 Adams flat vertical frame with twist off pot. Nice dark green/brown patina with no pitting and plenty of tin under the age and crust of years of service. Original font and nice working burner, this frame has great eye appeal.

The globe is a beautiful signal green corning 5 3/8" globe etched with a matching BURLINGTON ROUTE box logo. minor use chipping on the rims, other than that just a fine offering that is increasingly difficult to find this nice.

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CHICAGO & NORTHWESTERN RAILROAD

Item # 13071

This beautiful pre-1895 A&W round wire frame has a twist off pot and is beautifully tinned and in flawless condition. No rust, never cleaned, just a beautiful high-quality survivor with full originality.

The globe is a heavy struck clear cast extended base large serif C&NWRy globe. Just a stunning globe in this frame. An excellent quality pairing.

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CHICAGO St. PAUL MINNEAPOLIS & OMAHA RAILWAY

Item # 13047

100% tinned original Adlake Reliable patented 1913. This frame is in beautiful condition. Only thing of note is a solder repaired hole in the bottom which is not visible in the display position. Excellent all around lantern frame with original pot and burner.

The globe is a clear etched NORTHWESTERN LINE logo globe with safety First slogan etched across the back. Great set from a popular road.

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CHICAGO BURLINGTON & QUINCY RAILROAD

Item # 12979

This Adams & Westlake patent 1909 Adams frame is embossed with the Burlington Route box logo on the lid. Nice flashes of original tin adorn the frame and a smooth dark patina covers the rest of the exterior. Very nice above average condition on this as-found survivor of a frame. Comes with an Adlake model 300 pot and burner that have been with the frame for what looks like a very long time. No repairs, excellent condition.

The globe is a classic Corning Cnx hallmarked globe in red and has the Burlington Route box log embossed nicely in the glass. Minor rim nicks is all that can be found on this near mint globe.

PRICE: $265.00

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DENVER & SALT LAKE RAILROAD

Item # 12923

D&SLRR embossed on the lid of this Adlake 1913 Reliable model frame. Nice darkish patina on the lid with a fully tinned cage and lower. Original pot and burner intact and in excellent condition. D&SL frames are really hard to find and this one is in nicely above average condition.

The globe is an original Corning Cnx hallmarked amber globe with no RR marking. Chip and crack free, this color is a beautiful medium amber color that really makes this frame pop. Great eye appeal and from a desirable Colorado road.

PRICE: $445.00

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