HELVETIA SWISS KEROSENE LANTERN WITH BLUE GLOBE -MADE FOR THE SWISS ARMY

 EGLOFF & CIE TURGI SUISSE 'HELVETIA'

 

Used by the Swiss troops both stationary and “wagons”.  This Helvetia came to me covered in a

red - orange paint.  Underneath was the jewel.  In this particular restoration, the paint preserved the

integrity and beauty of this Swiss Lantern. 

 

The clear Helvetia globe is original to the Lantern.  I acquired a beautiful deep cobalt blue globe and it now resides in this lantern.

 

EGLOFF & CIE TURGI (SUISSE)

 

Up until 1907, the company was called W. Egloff & Cie in Turgi, Switzerland. From 1909 on, the company's name was W. Straub-Egloff & Co., Turgi

 

Circa 1930

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