VintageCWC PORT NAUTICAL VINTAGE RUBY RED GLASS, ON BRASS LANTERN HANGING

The image shows a vintage CWC port nautical lantern with a ruby red glass lens and a brass body. These lanterns were traditionally used on ships to indicate the port (left) side of the vessel at night. The red lens signifies the port side, while a green lens would indicate the starboard (right) side. The lantern is made of brass and features a handle for carrying or hanging. The text "CWC PORT" is stamped on the side, indicating the manufacturer and its purpose.
Ruby red glass, also known as cranberry glass or gold ruby glass, gets its color from the addition of gold salts or colloidal gold to molten glass. This type of glass has been used for decorative purposes for centuries and is often found in vintage items like this lantern