Categories: Collectables, Metalware
Rare Richard Johnson Clapham & Morris Miner’s Safety Lamp – Antique
£ 125.00
Categories: Collectables, Metalware
Rare Richard Johnson Clapham & Morris Miner’s Safety Lamp – Antique
£ 125.00
On offer is a rare and original Miner’s Safety Lamp, crafted by the esteemed manufacturer Richard Johnson Clapham & Morris Ltd., a well-known producer of industrial and mining safety equipment. This authentic antique mining lamp is a testament to the engineering advancements that helped ensure miner safety in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Standing at 9.5 inches tall (excluding handle), this well-preserved safety lamp features its original brass and steel construction, a glass chamber, and a vented top designed to regulate airflow and prevent the ignition of dangerous gases. The glass lens shows a long melted line, adding to the historical authenticity of the piece.
These lamps were essential tools for miners, preventing explosions in coal mines by safely containing the flame and providing a crucial early warning system for detecting methane gas (firedamp). Today, they are highly sought-after by collectors of industrial antiques, mining memorabilia, and historical lighting.
📌 Key Features:
✅ Authentic Richard Johnson Clapham & Morris miner’s safety lamp
✅ Heavy-duty brass & steel construction – Durable and historically significant
✅ Original glass chamber with visible age-related wear (melted line present)
✅ Vented top for airflow control – Classic safety lamp design
✅ Height: Approx. 9.5 inches tall (excluding handle)
✅ Condition: Good for age – Visible wear on the glass, but structurally intact
🎯 Perfect For:
✔️ Collectors of antique miner’s lamps & industrial history artifacts
✔️ Enthusiasts of British mining memorabilia & historical tools
✔️ Steampunk & vintage industrial decor lovers
✔️ A fascinating conversation piece for home or office display
✔️ A unique gift for historians & collectors of early safety equipment
This rare Richard Johnson Clapham & Morris miner’s lamp is an incredible piece of industrial history, offering both functional design and historical significance.
📌 Don’t miss out on this rare collector’s item – Secure it today!
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