Light, Navigation

Object/Artifact

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum

Name/Title

Light, Navigation

Entry/Object ID

2004.04.15

Description

Small brass binnacle light with handle. In two pieces- Brass housing and removable stem with cloth wick.

Collection

Captain LeRoy Platt Collection

Condition

Overall Condition

Fair

Date Examined

May 19, 2006

Examined By

Troy Rohrs

Notes

Binacle Light in generally worn condition, metal is tarnished with age- yet it appears to be functionable and intact.

Reason for Exam

Routine Report

Date Examined

May 19, 2006

Examined By

Troy Rohrs

Cleanliness

Tarnish

Parts

All parts intact

Notes

Binacle light worn with use over time- but still appears functional and intact. Damage Information: No damage noted, other than tarnished surface on metal.