Copper Perko De-Lite Ship's Lantern-Early Pair

Unrestored, original pair of Perko De-Lite Copper Ship's Lanterns by Perkins & Co. American made, circa 1913-1925. Solid copper lanterns with original clear glass shades, reflective back-mirrors, and locking mechanisms. Genuine piece of nautical history, these lanterns bare marks and some oxidation from their time at sea. One light features 'PERKO' in raised glass. 

A very interesting, early pair of Lanterns by Perkins (likely used around WWI), who began producing lanterns with integrated oil-burners around 1920. 

(Perkins & Co was based in Brooklyn, NY from 1613-1962 before relocating their offices to Miami, FL)

Marked: Patented & Other Patents Pending (near lantern lock)

Backplate reads: PATENDED OTHER PATENT PENDING/ PERKO DE-LITE / PERKINS L.M. & CO. / BKLYN, N.Y., U.S.A/ KNOWN AROUND THE WORLD

Individual Dimensions:

Height: 15.50"

Length: 7.50"

Depth: 7.50"

Internal Glass: 6.5" x 7.00"

Weight: 7 lbs. 2.2 oz.