Just came across this news segment from California replacing antique streetlamps with replicas. There are few places left with authentic lights like this that too see even more go is terrible. I don't know about the cost or environmental concerns enough to comment as to whether this was the best option, but it is sad to see them go. For those wondering the fixtures were GE Novalux tops.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eaUzwteSGI]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eaUzwteSGI