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Kerosene Burner

ID Number
CH.316212
accession number
217523
catalog number
316212
Description
In the mid-1850s, Americans began refining crude hydrocarbons and producing kerosene suitable for lighting and heating purposes. This kerosene burner has a brass reservoir and an iron flame shield, and stands 6.5 inches high.
Location
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