1945 Anchor Patt 22ships Lantern Best & Lloyd Ltd Royal Navy WWII Maritime OLD

Lantern is a unique antique piece that holds historical significance! This maritime lamp, originally produced for use during world war II is a rare find from 1945. The craftsmanship and origin of this unique lantern make it a valuable addition to any collection of antique maritime memorabilia. Best and Lloyd was founded in 1840 and specialized in producing lighting for the great houses of europe and american. Winston Churchill chose the firm for lighting in Whitehall, and Downing street. B & L ltd did the lighting for the Orient Express.

As we found it in florida 1970... And has been safely stored. Shows age and wear, no cracks or chipps in glass that we can see. Please see our photos as they are an important part of our listing description. We easily took the bottom piece out to photograph the brass curved pc.

Says B & L Ltd. Will do our best to answer questions.

We have found another of these lanterns which is similar to this one. Just unpacked after many years.

See final photo showing all three lanterns. Please see our new listing for lot/3 lanterns with special price. That these historic lanterns saw battle.

22 inches high to top of handle.

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