Oil lamp and holder used in collieries

Made:
-1887 in Newcastle upon Tyne
maker:
Unknown

Oil lamp and holder used in collieries near Newcastle-on-Tyne

This lamp comprises simply an open-fronted case with a hood, resembling the Saxon “ blende” and contains an open oil lamp.

Details

Category:
Mining & Ore Dressing
Object Number:
1887-237
Measurements:
Weight, 0.5 lb.
type:
oil lamps
credit:
Geological Museum (Jermyn St.)