Lot # 9 - A. Ward Hendrickson Marine Masthead Lantern – Red Fresnel Ship Light

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 03-Sep-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 10-Sep-2025 7:08:00 PM
Current bid:

$79.00

Highest bidder:

ELaine

Auction has ended

Description :

Up for auction is a rare and authentic A. Ward Hendrickson Marine Masthead Lantern, dating back to the World War II era. This rugged ship lantern features a red Fresnel glass lens housed in a galvanized steel body with a protective cage and vented top—designed to withstand the harsh conditions of open sea navigation.

Originally used as a masthead or port-side navigation light, this lantern served a vital role in maritime safety, signaling vessel position and direction. The red lens indicates port-side orientation or stop signal, making it a historically significant piece for collectors of nautical antiques or military maritime gear.

The lantern shows visible signs of age, including surface rust and patina, which enhance its vintage character. The lens is intact and vibrant, and the original fuel reservoir and burner components appear present but are untested. 

Dimensions:

  • Width: 9.5 inches

  • Height: 25 inches

Highlights:

  • Authentic WWII-era marine lantern

  • Red Fresnel lens for 360° visibility

  • Heavy-duty galvanized steel with protective cage

  • Vented top cap and integrated handle

  • Excellent for collectors, decorators, or maritime historians



Auction History

Highest bidder is ELaine

Date Bid User
10-Sep-2025 11:07:06 AM $79.00 ELaine
10-Sep-2025 11:07:06 AM $78.00 125
10-Sep-2025 11:06:53 AM $69.00 ELaine
10-Sep-2025 11:06:53 AM $68.00 125
10-Sep-2025 2:40:30 AM $56.00 ELaine
06-Sep-2025 3:32:20 PM $41.00 125
06-Sep-2025 10:39:26 AM $16.00 Seattle79
06-Sep-2025 10:39:26 AM $15.00 Dem0s
04-Sep-2025 1:12:28 PM $12.00 Seattle79
04-Sep-2025 1:12:28 PM $11.00 Kguild
04-Sep-2025 3:45:46 AM $6.00 Seattle79
03-Sep-2025 7:08:56 PM $5.00 jld4u2

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