Train, Signal, and Railroad Lanterns

On this page, you’ll find a wide selection of authentic railroad lamps and signal lanterns used on and around the tracks. These historical pieces played a crucial role in railway signaling, ensuring safe operations and communication.

Typical Use:
Signal lamps were commonly used for train shunting, switching operations, and traffic control, making them an essential part of railway history.

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Rare Antique Train Signal Lamp – J.J. van Dijk Utrecht oil lamp in copper and brass, complete and functional vintage railway lantern.
Rare Antique Train Signal Lamp – J.J. van Dijk Utrecht, Copper & Brass oil lamp with open door showing functional interior components
Regular price €115,00
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Vintage Roadwork Oil Lamp – A. Sartorius Wuppertal with Fishtail Burner (1960s) red metal roadwork lamp showing glass lenses
Vintage Roadwork Oil Lamp – A. Sartorius Wuppertal with Fishtail Burner (1960s) showing red lamp front detail.
Regular price €85,00
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Vintage Roadwork Oil Lamp – A. Sartorius Wuppertal with Fishtail Burner (1960s) in worn red metal casing
Vintage Roadwork Oil Lamp – A. Sartorius Wuppertal with Fishtail Burner (1960s) showing front lit view of red lamp
Regular price €85,00
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Rare Antique Railway Lantern – Luchaire Paris – French Railways (Nord) oil lamp with unique locking mechanism lit inside iron frame
Rare Antique Railway Lantern – Luchaire Paris – French Railways (Nord) with aged oil lamp and unique reservoir lock mechanism
Regular price €195,00
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Beautiful Antique A. Butin Carbide Hand Lamp – Paris – Copper & Brass – Circa 1920–1930
Beautiful Antique A. Butin Carbide Hand Lamp – Paris – Copper & Brass – Circa 1920–1930
Regular price €115,00
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Extremely Rare Signal Lantern by Fr. Weber & Co., Berlin – With Colored Lenses & Fully Working (c. 1900–1930)
Extremely Rare Signal Lantern by Fr. Weber & Co., Berlin – With Colored Lenses & Fully Working (c. 1900–1930)
Regular price €249,00
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Antique Railway Signal Lantern – Large Oil Train Lamp with Folding Glass Filters circa 1920–1930
Antique Railway Signal Lantern – Large Oil Train Lamp with Folding Glass Filters circa 1920–1930
Regular price €135,00
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Vintage Signal Lantern with Red & Orange Glass Inserts – Military Style Oil Hand Lamp 1950s/60s
Vintage Signal Lantern with Red & Orange Glass Inserts – Military Style Oil Hand Lamp 1950s/60s
Regular price €135,00
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Large Antique Dutch Railway Tail Lamp by J.J. van Dijk – NS Train Signal Lantern with Copper Chimney
Large Antique Dutch Railway Tail Lamp by J.J. van Dijk – NS Train Signal Lantern with Copper Chimney
Regular price €195,00
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Rare Antique Brass Railway Lamp – Black Finish – ca. 1900
Rare Antique Brass Railway Lamp – Black Finish – ca. 1900
Regular price €155,00
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Special Belgian Carbide Signal Lamp – TR 56 Mechelen – Likely 1930s-1950s
Special Belgian Carbide Signal Lamp – TR 56 Mechelen – Likely 1930s-1950s
Regular price €125,00
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Special Belgian Carbide Signal Lamp – Orlians & Co, Mechelen, Belgium, 1948. Unusually made of steel; most are brass.
Special Belgian Carbide Signal Lamp – Orlians & Co, Mechelen, Belgium, 1948. Unusually made of steel; most are brass.
Regular price €105,00
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Vintage Railway Signal Lantern – Rare Collectible with 4 Colored Glass Panels featuring an oil lamp with a lit flame
Vintage Railway Signal Lantern – Rare Collectible with 4 Colored Glass Panels showcasing an antique oil lamp lit inside.
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Vintage Red Rear Marker Lamp / Tail Signal Lamp (1950s/60s)
Vintage Red Rear Marker Lamp / Tail Signal Lamp (1950s/60s)
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Antique Signal Lamp / Candle Lantern / Hand Lantern with Red Glass
Antique Signal Lamp / Candle Lantern / Hand Lantern with Red Glass
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Large and Unique Signal Lamp – Copper, Brass & Steel – Red, Green & Clear Light – Well‑Used, Characterful Condition
Large and Unique Signal Lamp – Copper, Brass & Steel – Red, Green & Clear Light – Well‑Used, Characterful Condition
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Rare Railway Hand Lamp / Signal Lantern – G. Knodt Frankfurt for K.E.D. Saarbrücken (c. 1900–1918)
Rare Railway Hand Lamp / Signal Lantern – G. Knodt Frankfurt for K.E.D. Saarbrücken (c. 1900–1918)
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New Old Stock Feuerhand Yellow Road Worker Lantern for Tealight Candle
New Old Stock Feuerhand Yellow Road Worker Lantern for Tealight Candle
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Rare Vintage Feuerhand Road Worker Lantern with Orange Globe Lens – 1950s Candle Safety Lamp
Rare Vintage Feuerhand Road Worker Lantern with Orange Globe Lens – 1950s Candle Safety Lamp
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Vintage Military Feuerhand 276 Baby Special Hurricane Lantern Set with Bundeswehr Case & Signal Glasses
Vintage Military Feuerhand 276 Baby Special Hurricane Lantern Set with Bundeswehr Case & Signal Glasses
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NOS Vintage Feuerhand Road Worker Lantern – Yellow Candle Safety Lantern with Orange Lenses
NOS Vintage Feuerhand Road Worker Lantern – Yellow Candle Safety Lantern with Orange Lenses
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