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CIVIL WAR NURSES TIN LAMP WITH BURNER ca 1860's - Hand-wrought lead seamed tin Civil War nurse's lamp with original burner. This Civil War era nurse's lamp is in extraordinary condition. There are no dents, no missing parts and only negative, has slight rusting where oil lamp sits. The burner has original wick, small chain that holds wick cap on is made of brass, has never been used. Also included two lead seamed cups that fit in top of lamp, excellent condition. Outside tin of lamp is 75% original paint with a very light blue paint. This is a common style of Civil War era lamp/food warmer used in hospitals during this period. Approximately 8.50" x 4.50" with handles 9" wide.


Condition: Very fine-excellent


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Auction Dates
December, 2007
1st Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
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Sold on Dec 1, 2007 for: $764.80
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