• The Maker: Founder William C. Embury established the Defiance Lantern & Stamping Co. in 1908 in "defiance" of other established lighting manufacturers in the Rochester area. The dates you see stamped on the lantern refer to the historical stove and lamp patents granted to the original inventor, Gus Hill, on July 11, 1899, and May 15, 1900.
This product would be a great fit for antique collectors, railroad memorabilia enthusiasts, or anyone with a specific interest in vintage bulbs and lanterns.
