Original U.S. Colonial Period Betty Lamp - Early-Mid 18th Century m this is the Type O-1

this is the Type O-1

Overall condition is excellent

An impossible set to find

broad and stout knife of the well known bowie-pattern

to be attached

Original U.S. Colonial Period Betty Lamp - Early-Mid 18th Century m this is the Type O-1Original Item. Only One Available. The Betty lamp is a lamp thought to be of German, Austrian, or Hungarian origin. It came into use in the 18th century. They were commonly made of iron or brass and were most often used in the home or workshop. These lamps burned fish oil or fat trimmings and had wicks of twisted cloth. The Betty lamp differs from earlier oil grease lamps in that it uses an internal wick holder to eliminate fuel drip common with older