Revolutionary War American Punched Tin Lantern, ca. 1760-1780, as in museum and books

Being offered is a Revolutionary War Punched Tin Lantern. – sometimes referred to as a “Paul Revere” lantern. It measures 16” high to the top of the carrying ring and has a  diameter 5 ½” at the bottom. When opened, it has a tin candle holder with the remains of wax from an ancient candle.

There is an example of this lantern in the Colonial Williamsburg Museum (see pictures). There is also one in “Collector’s Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution” by Neumann & Kravic (see pictures).

This is a beautiful lantern and only has some slight surface rust. The door easily opens and closes, and it appears this unique piece has been stored away for many years. These lanterns are always a nice addition to a Colonial setting or with other Revolutionary War related items.