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Dressel Switch Lamp

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Item Details

Description

This is a Dressel switch lamp. It is not marked for a railroad. One red and three amber lenses. Correct inner chimney piece is present. Correct fount and long stem brass burner. Nice piece!

Condition

used

Dimensions

17 x 9 x 9 in

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Dressel Switch Lamp

Name: Dressel Switch Lamp
SKU: 159971795
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $500

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Starting Price $100

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