Railroad Memories Auction #106
Railroad Memories Auction #106
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Lot 344

Price Realized:  $6,500
NC&ORR LANTERN
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Lot: 344  Description: NC&ORR (Nevada California & Oregon RR) on shoulder of 1892 The Adams single wire guard frame with twist off font. Comes with clear 6" SP CO extended base globe. This frame is boasting 100% tin and the globe has beautiful strong cast with slight purple tint. The bale has been wrapped with copper wire. The NCO was a narrow-gauge line that was eventually absorbed by the Southern Pacific. The two known examples of this rare lantern were both found in the Sierra's. From the Todd Kettwig estate and another rare treasure just needing a new caretaker.
Minimum bid: $2,000
Price Realized:  $6,500

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