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Lantern #3

 Item — Box: 2

Dates

  • Creation: 1603-1912

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 3 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Materials Specific Details

Another as original lantern that appeared on Ebay. Evidence of wear on protruding metal points suggests this lantern was quite heavily used. Original users kamon (crest) not yet identified.

Paper falling apart in one area. Unusual folding pin for candle helps keep travel configuration compact and low profile. (See the same folding pins in #26 and #41).

Repository Details

Part of the University of Iowa Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Special Collections Department
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
319-335-5921
319-335-5900 (Fax)