Lamp, Kerosene
Object number96.13.5
Manufacturer
M K S Company
Datec. 1880
MediumTin; Solder; Wire
Credit LineGift of Ray O. Hill
DescriptionMiner's kerosene lamp. Cylindrical body with crimped-on round cap base, and a oval-shape reflector behind long spout. Bent wire hanging hook.Dimensions5 x 3 x 5 in. (12.7 x 7.6 x 12.7 cm)MarksStamped monogram on body, "M K S CO" in a divided keystone-shape outline, above "Pittsburg"
Historical Notes gift, Ray O. Hill, from his extensive collection of lighting devicesLabel TextSometimes known as “sunshine” lamps, these early lights powered by a special liquid fuel produced an open flame as illumination for the coal miner. Open flames, which ignited coal dust and methane, were the reported cause of many mine explosions.
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