Antique mining lamp from Silverton in Colorado, USA. 1 unique piece.
Rare mining lamp from the historic mining district near Silverton, Colorado (USA). The lamp dates back to the early 20th century and shows clear signs of use, reflecting its authentic origin from active ore mining. The distinctive hood and riveted elements are typical of the handcrafted safety lamps of that era. A special collector’s item for those interested in mining history, or an extraordinary display piece for themed collections.
Geology & origin
Silverton is located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains and was, for many decades, a center of silver, lead, and zinc mining. The region is known for its rich ore veins and numerous mining operations, most of which are now inactive. Historic objects like this mining lamp are rare testimonies to a bygone era of North American mining.