Antique Old Rare Joseph Lucas 'PLANET'Model 33Bicycle Oil / Spirit Lamp Lantern
England C.1922The Antique Joseph Lucas PLANET 33 Bicycle Oil Lamp Lanternis a rare and unique piece from England, dating back to 1922.
This front-mounted lamp lantern, designed by Joseph Lucas Ltd., is acoveted item for collectors of vintage bicycles and transportation memorabilia.
It has a black (japanned) sheet metal body with a small side door foraccessing the burner and wick.
An integrated mounting bracket and spring fitting on the rear for attachment toa bicycle handlebar or fork.
Red coloured side crystal to allow a lower level of light to bleed out to the sidesignalling the bicycles width and presence to cross-traffic without blinding the rider.
The fact that this original piece has not been modified adds to its authenticityand nostalgia, making it a valuable addition to any cycling enthusiast's collection.
This Vintage Lucas Oil/Spirit Lamp is a unique and collectible item from the United Kingdom.
Designed to be front mounted to the bicycle so that the prominent convex 'Bullseye' style lenscould provide amplified lighting for riding at at night.
With its vintage charm and historical significance, it is a must-have for any transportation orbicycle enthusiast looking to add a piece of history to their collection.
Condition is good, used, but well looked after in good working order.Please note this item is antique/vintage and has been previously used, therefore may showcharacter signs of wear & tear.
In summary, a superb example of a vintage bicycle lamp over 100 years in age and iscomplete with original wick to internal burner. Spring mechanism is good and functionsjust as it should.
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Willbe very carefully packaged up for its journey to you in the post.
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