Bronze Age Gold from Wales

Cambrian No 2 flame safety lamp

E. Thomas & Williams Ltd (Manufacturer)
Thomas & Williams Ltd. (Manufacturer)

Cambrian 2 A.F.S. Bonneted flame safety lamp with two gauzes, electric ignition and flat wick. Shut of rings at top of glass holder to enable gas to be tested from roof of workings. Magnetic lock. Officials lamp. This lamp has been fitted with a Cambrian No. 1 oil vessel probably for display purposes - the lock therefore will not work. Lamp has been modified to hold an electric bulb fitment.

Collection Area

Industry

Item Number

2001.45/388

Historical Associations

Associated Person/Body: Victor Kent (Transvaal) (PTY) Ltd.
Association Type: Company name
Place: Johannesburg

Creation/Production

Role: Production
Role: Manufacturer
Place: Aberdare
Period: 1940 (circa)

Acquisition

purchase, 14/3/2001

Measurements

Length (mm): 90
Width (mm): 90
hook (mm): 290

Material

Metal
Glass
Asbestos

Categories

Coal Mid Glamorgan 1940s

Classification

health and safety
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