TitleA pair of signal lanternsDatec 1920sAbout this objectEach of the two tin lanterns features a curved roof, a glass pane door and a handle. Inside each lantern is a kerosene wick with a round reflector. Although Sydney’s tram network switched to electricity in 1895, kerosene signal lanterns continued being used on Sydney trams until 1961.Object No.2007.4-1:2Inscriptions & marks1206' and '949' engraved above lantern doorsDimensionsH: 250mm
W: 140mm
D: 135mmSourceLa Perouse MuseumOrganisations (Detailed entries)La Perouse Museum (La Perouse, N.S.W.)ThemesSocial history
