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Cape Cod Shop Hammered Copper Fire Starter. 1916 - $70 (Pompton Plains)
condition:
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These fire starters were crafted to ignite fires without the need for kindling.
Function:This tool was used to start fires by soaking the stone or pumice end of the wand in kerosene or lamp oil, lighting it, and then using it to ignite the main fuel in a fireplace or stove.
Material and Design:Typically made of hammered copper or brass, the fire starter features a container for the fuel and a wand with an absorbent stone or pumice at the end. The hammered design is characteristic of the Arts and Crafts movement, to which the Cape Cod Shop belonged. •
Manufacturer:this fire starter were made by the Cape Cod Shop, established in 1916. Trade mark stamped.
Usage:To use, the container was filled with kerosene or lamp oil, the stone end of the wand was soaked in the fuel, and then lit. The lit wand was then used to start the fire.
Collectibility:Due to their age and craftsmanship, these fire starters are considered collectible items, particularly among those interested in metalware and the Arts and Crafts movement.
Notice the pumice is cracked and has been glued together. See photos
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