Pair of Brass Miner’s Safety Lamps — E. Thomas & Williams (Cambrian) marked — Decorative pair
Pair of brass miner's safety lamps (E. Thomas & Williams Cambrian marking). Decorative vintage condition with patina, glass chimneys (minor chips), one wick present, visible solder/rivets and not working — sold as a display pair.
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Pair of Brass Miner’s Safety Lamps — E. Thomas & Williams (Cambrian) marked — Decorative pair
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Product description
Pair of brass miner’s safety lamps offered as a decorative lot. Both lamps show a clear maker’s mark — E. Thomas & Williams, CAMBRIAN, No. 140478 — visible on the cap of one example. The lot features bright brass bodies with original patina, cage guards and glass chimneys; one lamp has the characteristic gauze chimney section and lifting bail. Overall the pair presents strongly as display pieces with authentic miner-lamp styling and an attractive aged finish.
Ideal for interiors, pub or restaurant display, photographic or film prop use, or a restoration project for a collector. These are sold for decor and display — a buyer who wants a matching working pair should budget for cleaning, glass and wick replacement and minor metalwork. The lamps will be at home on a mantel, bar shelf or themed showroom where vintage industrial character is wanted.
Included / Condition / Notes:
– Lot: Two brass miner’s safety lamps (sold together).
– Maker: E. Thomas & Williams — CAMBRIAN — No. 140478 (mark visible on one cap).
– Condition: Vintage used; bright brass with patina and surface tarnish; dirt/residue visible inside fuel chambers.
– Glass: Chimneys present; show minor chips/marks in places.
– Internal parts: One lamp shows a visible wick; the other lamp’s wick/burner appears missing or incomplete.
– Repairs/damage: Minor dents and scratches; one lamp shows a joined/seamed section with rivets/solder visible at the cap/body join.
– Measurements: Not provided.
– Working status: Not working (sold for decor; not tested as a functioning oil/wick lamp).
– Use: For decor, display, props or restoration projects.