Equipment - Brass Lantern

Historical information

Prior to the launch of the motor powered Queenscliffe, three row boats were in service as lifeboats. This lantern was part of the equipment of the third lifeboat up to 1926.

Significance

A brass lamp which was part of the safety equipment on board the Third Queenscliff Lifeboat

Physical description

Brass Lantern with interchangeable port and starboard glass filters run of kerosene.

Inscriptions & markings

Brandt Bros Melbourne Manufacturers 422 Elizabeth Street

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