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Dietz Fire Department Lantern for The Seagrave Co. with Cobalt Blue Globe, Patented 1907 - A Dietz Fire Department Lantern, likely manufactured by R.E. Dietz Company for The Seagrave Co. of Columbus, Ohio, featuring a prominent cobalt blue glass globe. This robust, industrial-style metal lantern exhibits a heavy-duty metal frame and base. Key identifying marks include ”THE SEAGRAVE CO. COLUMBUS, OHIO.” stamped on the upper band, along with ”PATENTED AUG. 27. 07.”, indicating a 1907 patent date. The opposite side of the upper band is marked ”DIETZ”, while the base is partially stamped ”FIRE DEP”, suggesting a ”FIRE DEPT.” affiliation. The blue glass globe appears to be in good, intact condition without visible cracks or chips.