Description
Dietz Monarch Lantern, circa. 1910. The Dietz Monarch came in at least seven variations, this model is believed to be one of the later six. The first Monarch model featured a flat top and was replaced in 1910 by the more common dome style. It is a possibility that this model is the more common Monarch 'streamline' which is the most common Monarch variant was widely used for a filming purposes in Hollywood and remained in production until the 1960's.
Information provided is altered from W.T. Kirkman Lanterns. https://lanternnet.com/
Date of Entry
2022
Lantern Type
Undetermined
Globe Type
Tall Globe
Material Type
Steel
Height (Inches)
13 1/2
Height with Handle Extended (inches)
17
Width
8 1/4
Disciplines
History | United States History
Recommended Citation
R. E. Dietz Manufacturing Company, "Dietz Monarch Lantern (2)" (2022). Morehead History & Railroad Museum Lantern Collection. 73.
https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/mh_and_rm_artifacts/73
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