Miner’s Carbide Lamp c.1920

$195.00

Miner’s carbide lamp were essential equipment for underground workers in the early twentieth century.

1 in stock

Description

Miner’s carbide lamp were essential equipment for underground workers in the early twentieth century, producing a bright, steady flame by combining water and calcium carbide to create acetylene gas. Their simple, durable construction made them reliable in harsh conditions, and today they are valued both as industrial history and as characterful display pieces. This one is offered at $185 in store and $195 online because of extra postage costs.

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