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  Mining Related Sales Archive

Miner's Oil Wick Lighting Devices  These mining related lighting devices were used in mines before the advent or introduction of carbide lamps and then the electrical lighting that came after.  Prior to the introduction of these oil wicks, mines were mostly lit by candle light held in what are known as miner's candlesticks or "sticking tommies".  We live right in the heart of California gold mining country, and at times the small towns that dot the Sierra Foothills all around this area had populations of tens of thousands during their heyday, only to be deserted and left nearly empty a short period later when the gold ran out.  Given that, one might assume or expect there to be more artifacts related to this Gold Rush era to be found here, but that is not the case and in general this area has pretty much been sucked dry of most pieces related to its early mining history.  The majority of the mining related artifacts that we have in our collection, a portion of which we are offering for sale here, were found in the southern part of the Midwest, near the coal mines there, or on the East Coast.  This collection of oil wicks are all in very good condition.  Most are marked with some sort of manufacturer's ID.  The variations that can be found included ones made of copper, brass, and cast iron in addition to steel / tin.  Some have patented features to allow for air flow or for cleaning, etc.   There are hundreds of variations available so this collection is by no means complete, but is a very good start or addition.       Price for the Collection of 12.............$1350.00 

All Traded Away

The Carbide Lamp Collection  Here is an interesting grouping of mining related Carbide Lights and a couple other mining related lights for use in mines back near the turn of the century.  The two "Davey" style lamps are included in this collection because they are the only ones I have ever bought that I felt were early enough or different enough from the standard ones that I always see available.  I have split the mining related collections into 4 distinct groups to keep buying these groups more manageable.  There are significant discounts offered for quantity purchases of these different groupings, and premiums to be paid if there is just one item that you want to buy out of the group.  The different groupings will include the Oil wicks, my Carbide Lamps and other lighting devices, the Candlestick selection I have gathered over the years, and finally the dynamite cap tins that I have available.  I do have a couple Dynamite boxes listed for sale back on the main site at the Misc. Category Page found here as well as a few pairs of dynamite related pliers .  I am looking to sell each of these groupings as a whole instead of going through the trouble of finding individual buyers for each object.  I believe that I have them priced attractively enough to make this happen.  We shall see.......    As a group the price.......  $1950.00  or individually between $85.00 & $1,000.00    

All Traded Away

Miner's Candlestick Lighting Devices  These mining related lighting devices were used in mines before the advent or introduction of carbide lamps and the electrical lighting that came after.  There are hundreds of variations known, and I am always looking for new or different ones.    

As a group the price.......  $750.00  or individually between $85.00 & $300.00    

All Traded Away

3 New York Blasting Machine Co. #2 Blasting Boxs  These are a small blasting box and measures approx 5 x 7 x12.   The one on the right and left in the pics above are #2s, andthe middle one is slightly bigger and is a #3.   The name plate on the front is in good condition.   The condition is very good on all and they seems operational, but I could not get anyone to hold onto the ends when I pushed on the plunger.  

Excellent......$275.00  ea.      SOLD

Wells Fargo Order Receipt Books   These two order receipt books date from just before the turn of the century.  One of them is full of revenue stamps, while the other just has the listings and locations in the order takers handwriting.  There are locations given from all over the Motherlode and these give an interesting glimpse into the feel of the area during the end of the rush for riches here in the Motherlode.    Excellent......$225.00  ea.       SOLD 

Dupont #2 Dynamite Crimping / Fuse Cutting Pliers   These are clearly marked Dupont #2 on the chromed body and are in overall excellent condition.  It appears you are getting a cutter, a crimper, and a reamer and screwdriver , plus a hole in the handle I do not know the purpose of.   They are Nice!     Excellent......$45.00        SOLD  

CXL Mining / Dynamite Crimpers / Pliers & More   These are marked CXL on the brass body and are in overall excellent condition.  It appears you are getting a cutter, a splitter, a crimper, and a reamer.  Only the cutting blade and the spring are of steel, thus cutting down on the chance of an errant spark and unwanted detonation.  They are Nice!          Excellent......$100.00        SOLD   

 Dupont #1 Dynamite Crimping Pliers   These are clearly marked Dupont #1 on the chromed body and are in overall excellent condition.  It appears you are getting a large crimper,  plus a hole in the handle I do not know the purpose of.   They are Nice!      Excellent......$45.00        SOLD

Koehler #209 Approved Miners Safety Lamp     This form or style of lamp is commonly known as the Davey lamp, and is named after the inventor.  The idea was that because the flame was behind the interior screen or mesh, and behind the glass, it would not ignite flammable gases in an enclosed area like a mine.  As I have not yet been inducted into the secret society of mining light collectors, I am not able to tell you much more about this model.  But since I have seen this version out and about before, we can assume it is one of the more available ones.  It appears to be made out of aluminum and is in excellent condition.  The striker is operational and the glass is good.          Excellent......$125.00        SOLD           

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