{"product_id":"antique-james-cherry-pa-coal-miner-s-oil-spout-lamp-diagonal-double-mark-mining","title":"Antique James Cherry PA Coal Miner’s Oil Spout Lamp Diagonal Double Mark Mining","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 in slightly better condition. 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":53793850982714,"sku":"BM-1-AK","price":174.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/1895\/9674\/files\/20260725_142834.jpg?v=1785021544","url":"https:\/\/www.blackmarketantiques.com\/products\/antique-james-cherry-pa-coal-miner-s-oil-spout-lamp-diagonal-double-mark-mining","provider":"Black Market Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}