Lantern

Object/Artifact

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Historic Charlton Park

Name/Title

Lantern

Description

Tall cylindrical kerosene torch lantern. The body is made of brass-colored metal. The top and bottom of the cylinder have end caps. The top has a thinner cylinder with a wick inside. There are patterns etched into the side of the body, including an inscription, a hatchet, and an anvil.

Acquisition

Accession

c.27

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Transcription

"JW"

Dimensions

Height

12-1/2 in

Diameter

2-1/4 in