Crusie

A crusie was a type of lamp which burnt animal fats or oil. This iron example is from Bog of Newmill.

The crusie consists of an upper and lower pan. Peeled rushes would have used for wicks. Lamps were made by local blacksmiths and were durable and long lasting.

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Online ID:	000-100-001-301-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.MGE 45.2
Date:	18th/19th century
Material:	Iron
Dimensions:	122 mm L x 84 mm W
What:	Crusie / upper pan
Subject:	Lighting - crusies and stands (NMAS Classification)
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Where:	Scotland, Banffshire, Keith, Bog of Newmill
Event:
Description:	Iron crusie with a round lower pan which has a spout and a round bottom, from Bog of Newmill
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