Cigar lighter

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This cigar lighter is in the form of an Aladdin type oil lamp. Made of metal, it dates from the early 19th century.

The body is urn-shaped, with a simple moulded foot and a looped handle The wick would have protruded from the spout. The monogram 'EMS' is engraved on this side.

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• Online ID: 000-100-102-358-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.MGH 30
• Date: Early 19th century
  
• Material: Britannia metal. Inscription: Side: EMS [monogram] / base: figure of Britannia holding a shield with letters GB / N
  
• Dimensions: 85 mm H x 105 mm L; 46 mm D (base)
  
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• Description: Britannia metal cigar lighter in the form of an Aladdin type oil lamp, with EMS in a monogram engraved on one side, early 19th century
  
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