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Scale Model of English Coal Miner's Safety Lamp or Inspector's Lantern of Brass

About the Item

A fine scale model of a vintage English miner's lamp or inspector's safety lantern of brass in working order. Inscription reads: "Sir Humphry Davy 1778 - 1829" This scale model of a larger miner's lantern was given to a coal miner as a retirement gift. Upon purchase, it can be electrified by a professional electrician for use as a table lamp or lighting feature. Sir Humphry Davy, 1st Baronet, FRS, MRIA, FGS (17 December 1778 – 29 May 1829) was a British chemist and inventor who invented the Davy lamp and a very early form of arc lamp. He is also remembered for isolating, by using electricity, several elements for the first time: potassium and sodium.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Diameter: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Fine antique condition - Wear commensurate with age and use - Please see accompanying photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DD2461stDibs: LU882741944292

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