Weems & Plath #700 Yacht Lamp

This solid brass marine oil lamp was produced by the historic American nautical instrument maker Weems & Plath. It’s styled after a traditional miner’s safety lamp — including venting holes at the top of the bonnet and an internal mesh screen. 

The plate on the front of the lamp hood is marked Weems & Plath, Yacht Lamp, No. 13174, Annapolis, Maryland.  The glass insert is unmarked.

Weems & Plath began making this lamp in 1983 and it's still for sale today. The production number on this lamp makes it likely it was manufactured in the late-1980s.

Condition: Very good used. Minimal corrosion. Internal mesh screen intact. Glass does not look original. Note: this is an untested vintage lamp and has the wear expected for its age. See photos for details.

Dimensions:
Height (base to top of handle) - 13.5"
Height (base to top of chimney) -10"
Diameter (at base) - 3.5"
Weight - 1.32 kg