This is a Cripple Creek and Colorado Springs Railway Adams and Westlake post mount switch lantern. This Colorado 3 foot narrow gauge railroad was later changed to standard gauge, connected Colorado Springs with Cripple Creek, Colorado and was know for its scenery, often deemed “the road that bankrupted the English language” when it came to the stunning views. Welded tag clear displays C.C. & C.S. while the brass Adams and Westlake manufacturers tag on the chimney shows patent dates of 1886, 1888, and 1895. Chimney opens easily. Has correct original lenses, both two red and two green. Correct clip-in fount, burner, and also comes with its inner glass chimney. Originally obtained by the consignor from the collection of a long time well-known Western/Colorado railroad enthusiast. Impossible to find, and will be in high demand to Colorado and narrow gauge railroad enthusiasts!

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13 x 9 x 9 in