Historical information

Early mantles were made of cotton mesh, which would burn away upon first use to leave behind a fragile mesh of thorium and cerium oxides.Tilley lamp mantles, crucial for the kerosene pressure lamp's intense white light, evolved from delicate, early cotton-mesh designs to durable, modern materials.

Physical description

Two small white paper packets containing one silk double-tie mantle for all Tilley Lamp types with directions for use and manufacturing details printed in red print on the front. There is a blue shield at the top of the front of the packet underneath 'The Shields' brand. The silk mantle has a fine lace type appearance.

Inscriptions & markings

'The Shields One Silk Double- Tie Mantle for all Tilley Type Lamps.' Directions are included below as well as manufacturing information.