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Kenrick A.Claflin & Son

6762-24. United States Light House Establishment Lighthouse Lamp Feeder / Oil Filling Can c.1880-1900

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6762-24. United States Light House Establishment Lighthouse Lamp Feeder / Oil Filling Can c.1880-1900

6762-24. United States Light House Establishment Lighthouse Lamp Feeder / Oil Filling Can c.1880-1900. Scarce, original, early United States Light House Establishment brass oil lamp feeder can is in good condition. The bottom of the can bears the distinctive oval stamp: “U. S. L. H. DEPOT, 3 DIST., LAMP SHOP, STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.” and the marking “ U. S. LIGHT-HOUSE ESTABLISHMENT”. Brass oil filler is original, with its original side handle and top bail handle. With top cap and chain. Spout cap and brace are not present. Only one old solder repair to base of spout, and numerous slight dents but still this is a good example of this sought after style of earlier lamp filling can for your display at a reduced price. Base measures 7” diameter. Overall height 6 ½”. Overall length approx. 11 ½”. (VG-). $995. (no discounts apply).