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Rushlight

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A typical primitive lighting method, use the pliers-like pinchers to secure a burning rush, or put a candle in the candle socket for special occasions.  Reproduced from pictures found in Early American Antique Country Furnishings by George Neumann,

Fits candles 3/4" diameter

Average height 13"

Item# 030110 - Single ......... $ 59.81

Shipping wt. of single = 2 lb. 12 oz.

 

 

 

 

Betty Lamp

 

An 18th century oil lamp

Includes the hanger, a wick, and the pick for adjusting the wick. Poke wick out just enough to be lit (note picture at left). Can burn vegetable oil or olive oil. Reproduced from pictures found in Colonial Wrought Iron: the Sorber Collection by Don Plummer.

Item# 030130...................... $ 90.19

Shipping wt. = 1 lb. 3 oz.

   
 

 

*** Please note that all dimensions are approximate ***

 

Tinder box

 

 

 

 

Tinder Box Candle Holder

Store your fire starting materials inside and put your candle in the holder on top (candle not included). About 3½" high with 3" diameter

Item# 030140...................... $ 9.35

Shipping wt. = 12 oz.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

White Candle

The plain white candle has a diameter of approx. 11/16 and stands about 5½" tall.

Item# 030150 (white)........................... $ .23

Shipping wt. = 5 oz. each