Handlan Aluminum Lantern

Name/Title

Handlan Aluminum Lantern

Description

Handlan railroad lantern. Wire cage protecting a glass globe, with an aluminum top and base. Branded with "Handlan St. Louis" at the base with various patent numbers.

Use

Designed to be mounted on a vehicle and used as a light and signal for railroads.

Collection

John Ricker

Acquisition

Accession

2026.043

Source or Donor

John Ricker

Acquisition Method

Donation

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1940

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Create Date

February 18, 2026

Update Date

March 25, 2026