Jos.Lucas Ltd - Lamp - Metal
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Antique acetylene lamp by Jos. Lucas, Silvia Major no. 255, nickel‑plated metal, made in the United Kingdom (Birmingham) around 1910–1920, in fairly good used condition and not restored.
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Ancient acetylene / carbide lamp JOS. LUCAS « Silvia Major » No. 255 – Birmingham
Rare antique lamp from the brand Jos. Lucas, a famous British maker of lighting equipment for bicycles, automobiles and vintage vehicles.
Characteristics:
Original markings:
"JOS. LUCAS BIRMINGHAM"
"SILVIA MAJOR N°255"
Manufactured in nickel-plated metal.
Original reflector in good condition.
Adjustment mechanism and reservoir present.
Beautiful patina from the period.
Not restored, kept in its natural state.
Description:
This Silvia Major lamp No. 255 dates from the early 20th century. It was used as an acetylene (carbide) lamp on bicycles, motorcycles or vintage vehicles. Lucas lamps are today highly sought after by collectors of British vintage accessories and enthusiasts of old vehicles.
The set is in good condition for its age, with the usual signs of use and age visible in the photos.
A trace of corrosion visible in the photos on the side of the object.
Ideal for:
- Collection of antique lamps
- Restoration of a vintage bicycle or motorcycle
- Industrial or vintage decoration
- Lucas Birmingham object collection
Condition:
Good overall condition for its age. Sold as is, not tested.
Ancient acetylene / carbide lamp JOS. LUCAS « Silvia Major » No. 255 – Birmingham
Rare antique lamp from the brand Jos. Lucas, a famous British maker of lighting equipment for bicycles, automobiles and vintage vehicles.
Characteristics:
Original markings:
"JOS. LUCAS BIRMINGHAM"
"SILVIA MAJOR N°255"
Manufactured in nickel-plated metal.
Original reflector in good condition.
Adjustment mechanism and reservoir present.
Beautiful patina from the period.
Not restored, kept in its natural state.
Description:
This Silvia Major lamp No. 255 dates from the early 20th century. It was used as an acetylene (carbide) lamp on bicycles, motorcycles or vintage vehicles. Lucas lamps are today highly sought after by collectors of British vintage accessories and enthusiasts of old vehicles.
The set is in good condition for its age, with the usual signs of use and age visible in the photos.
A trace of corrosion visible in the photos on the side of the object.
Ideal for:
- Collection of antique lamps
- Restoration of a vintage bicycle or motorcycle
- Industrial or vintage decoration
- Lucas Birmingham object collection
Condition:
Good overall condition for its age. Sold as is, not tested.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Metal
Manufacturer/brand
Jos.Lucas Ltd
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In working order
No
Height
15 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
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