0147G Medieval Series Lincoln Mfg Amber Single Glass Slip Shade It's a matter of personal taste whether you prefer the white, white & brown, or the amber shades with your fixture. Just as we think of compact fluorescent lights as "glaring", many turn of the century homeowners preferred this amber shade to tone down incandescent bulbs after being accustomed to gaslight. If you have an antique fixture that dates from 1928 - 1938, it may also be made of brass, zinc, or a mix of metals…