Lantern

Object/Artifact

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Historic Charlton Park

Name/Title

Lantern

Description

Small mining lantern consisting of a base (A), a fuel canister (B), and a reflector (C). A: The base of the lantern is short and cylindrical. There are vertical grooves around the side and a large, circular opening at the top. The canister attaches to this hole. B: The canister has a circular base and components on the underside to attach to the base. There is a cylindrical portion at the top with a hook on the back, a circular cap for adding fuel, and a small metal bar attached to the center. There is an inscription at the top as well. C: The reflector is attached to the front of the lantern and has a disc shape. There is a small wheel screwed to one side of the disc, which is used to ignite the fuel. The disc is attached to the canister by a wingnut.

Acquisition

Accession

71.24

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Transcription

"GUY'S DROPPER"

Dimensions

Height

4 in

Diameter

2 in