{"product_id":"antique-james-cherry-pa-coal-miner-s-oil-spout-lamp-diagonal-double-mark-cross","title":"Antique James Cherry PA Coal Miner’s Oil Spout Lamp Diagonal Double Mark Cross","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eI found two of these lamps in a western Pennsylvania estate in an area where coal mining was prevalent, both in similar condition, this one has a small ding. Scarce Cherry lamp circa 1880 with uncommon maker's stamp. The stamped signature is faint, but visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis is an authentic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e rare early variant of an antique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"55\" class=\"\"\u003eJames Cherry miner’s oil wick spout lamp (Plymouth, PA)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It features a cylindrical oil reservoir,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a hinged lid,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a rear hook handle,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and a large-diameter spout set at a 45-degree angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This specific example is defined by its unique,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e early manufacturer markings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e it features a central \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"371\" class=\"\"\u003eimpressed cross-in-circle symbol\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e on the side of the cylindrical font.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Originating above this central cross,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"488\" class=\"\"\u003e\"CHERRY\" is impressed diagonally \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"521\"\u003etwice\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e with both imprints stamping outward in opposite directions (like an upside down \"V\" shape),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e framing the symbol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The item shows heavy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e authentic corrosion,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e surface rust,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and significant wear consistent with heavy mine use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMeasures about 3 1\/2 inches tall. No damage. Wear and oxidation as pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Market Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53793844724026,"sku":"BM-1-AJ","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/1895\/9674\/files\/20260725_142708.jpg?v=1785021010","url":"https:\/\/www.blackmarketantiques.com\/products\/antique-james-cherry-pa-coal-miner-s-oil-spout-lamp-diagonal-double-mark-cross","provider":"Black Market Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}