Summary
'OCTO' gas driving lamp manufactured by Dietz, New York, USA, circa 1908. It was used for lighting by horse-drawn and motor vehicles.
Physical Description
Gas operated driving lamp with metal body painted black and two glass lenses, one plain glass and one red glass, positioned at opposite ends of the lamp body. The lamp has a wire carrying handle.
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Acquisition Information
Unknown Acquisition Method from Unknown Source
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Inscriptions
On Lamp: "DIETZ", "OCTO DRIVING LAMP, NEW YORK, U. S. A.", "PATENTED SEPT 25, 06 JAN 29, 07 MAY 19, 08."
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Overall Dimensions
142 mm (Length), 139 mm (Width), 246 mm (Height)
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