{"product_id":"coleman-model-lq-quick-lite-lantern-early-1920s-toronto-canada-mica-shade","title":"Coleman Model LQ Quick-Lite Lantern – Early 1920s Toronto Canada Mica Shade","description":"\u003cp\u003eOwn a remarkable piece of Coleman history with this early Coleman Model LQ Quick-Lite lantern, manufactured in Toronto, Canada in the early 1920s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis highly desirable early Quick-Lite lantern features the classic mica globe with the original-style sliding door design that lifts upward to allow the lantern to be lit. These early mica-shaded models are increasingly difficult to find, especially with their original components intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern features a beautiful non-magnetic copper or brass fount and a copper top cap, both of which add to the appeal and authenticity of this early Canadian-made example. A magnet does not stick to these components, highlighting the quality materials used in its construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern appears to be in good physical condition and retains what appears to be the original mica shade, which is one of the hardest components to find on these early models. As expected with a lantern of this age, it shows some minor wear and signs of use that add to its authentic antique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe control area features the perforated band marked \"Coleman Quick-Lite,\" another desirable detail that collectors look for when identifying these early lanterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful opportunity for the serious Coleman collector, early lighting enthusiast, or anyone who appreciates rare Canadian-made industrial history. The Model LQ represents an important era in Coleman development and is a fantastic display piece with tremendous historical appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare early Coleman lantern with original character, beautiful materials, and the charm that only a 100-year-old piece can provide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wainfleet Trading Post","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50301183754477,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3102\/2572\/files\/colmanquicklitelanternmicashade_14.jpg?v=1784331747","url":"https:\/\/www.wainfleetradingpost.com\/products\/coleman-model-lq-quick-lite-lantern-early-1920s-toronto-canada-mica-shade","provider":"Wainfleet Trading Post","version":"1.0","type":"link"}