Title:
Lantern
Description:
The item in the image is a red kerosene lantern, and similar lanterns are often associated with the description ”made in China”.
Many small, 11-inch tall, red kerosene lanterns like the one pictured do not have a stamped maker mark but are marked as ”Made in China” on the top.
Other similar railroad-style lanterns have also been found stamped ”Made in Shanghai, China”.
While a specific ”Anchor brand 225” model number was mentioned in the query, the general characteristics (red color, Made in China origin) align with common, unbranded versions of this type of lantern available in the market.
Vintage kerosene lamp No. 225, used, working. New wick has been added. Glass has no cracks, wick moves well. Made in China
Based on available listings for ”Vintage Anchor Brand 225 Kerosene Lanterns,” these items are generally classified as vintage or antique, with many in this style dating from the early to mid-20th century.
Specific details regarding the Anchor Brand #225:
Description: These are often listed as iron or black metal kerosene lanterns/lamps.
Origin/Era: They are frequently identified in antique marketplaces, suggesting they were produced during a period when such lanterns were common for transport or functional use.
Context: While some brass ship lanterns from similar makers date to the 1930s-1950s, specific ”Anchor Brand” stamped lanterns in this style are generally sold as vintage collectibles from that broader era.
Many small, 11-inch tall, red kerosene lanterns like the one pictured do not have a stamped maker mark but are marked as ”Made in China” on the top.
Other similar railroad-style lanterns have also been found stamped ”Made in Shanghai, China”.
While a specific ”Anchor brand 225” model number was mentioned in the query, the general characteristics (red color, Made in China origin) align with common, unbranded versions of this type of lantern available in the market.
Vintage kerosene lamp No. 225, used, working. New wick has been added. Glass has no cracks, wick moves well. Made in China
Based on available listings for ”Vintage Anchor Brand 225 Kerosene Lanterns,” these items are generally classified as vintage or antique, with many in this style dating from the early to mid-20th century.
Specific details regarding the Anchor Brand #225:
Description: These are often listed as iron or black metal kerosene lanterns/lamps.
Origin/Era: They are frequently identified in antique marketplaces, suggesting they were produced during a period when such lanterns were common for transport or functional use.
Context: While some brass ship lanterns from similar makers date to the 1930s-1950s, specific ”Anchor Brand” stamped lanterns in this style are generally sold as vintage collectibles from that broader era.
Artist:
Anchor
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Year:
1940
Automatic Estimated Date:
2026-01-17
Date Added:
2026-01-17 16:15:57
Date Added:
2026-01-17 16:15:57
