Amber Mica Lamp Shades, 12 inch

Mica Lamp Shades are beautiful, having a unique translucent appearance. When lit, the mica-mineral flecks glow producing a warm soft ambient light. This craftsman style was favored during the early 1900's. It portrays an arts and crafts design popular during this time period.  Use on vintage and new table lamps. 

Amber Mica Lamp Shades

• Fitter type: Harp
• Base: 12"
• Top: 7"
• Side: 7-7/8""
• Typically used on lamp bases 8" - 9-1/2"" or taller

Our Amber Mica Shades use a centuries-old technique of laminating mica flakes and crystals together with shellac or resin. These naturally occurring minerals come in various colors. They are known for being heat-resistant and non-conductive, making them perfect for use in lighting. Once made, these mica sheets are carefully wrapped around a rust-resistant, brown metal frame. The mica top, bottom, and sides are bound in dark brown braided trim. The braid displays a faux leather appearance.

Made on a rust resistant metal frame with a 1/2" ring in the center. This ring slips over harp post and sits on shade rest. It is secured by a lamp finial.

A Harp Lamp Shade is used on most Table Lamps and an occasional Floor Lamp

• To use this style, the lamp must have a harp shade holder. A harp is a upside down U-shaped metal support with a small threaded post at top.
• Lamp shades of this type have a washer-like ring fitter in top center of shade with a 7/16" diameter hole.
• The lamp harp height determines placement of lamp shade. It affects the lamp's overall proportions.  A recommended harp height is provided under the size tab for each shade.  When ordering it is best to check your lamp's harp size as a different height may be optimal. Harps are available in a variety of sizes and most are easily changed if the shade needs to be raised or lowered to enhance the lamp's appearance. 
• The washer like fitter in top of shade slips over the threaded post on top of harp. It is then secured by a lamp finial that screws down onto treaded post.