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1996.19.1

ID Number: 1996.19.1
Category: T&E For Science & Technology
Sub-category: medical & psychological T&E
Item Name: vaporizer
Maker: Vapo Cresoline
Date: 1911 - 1967
Materials: paper, cardboard; glass; metal, unknown
Measurements: overall: 6 in
Description: (.01) box: cardboard with black writing; top is ripped off
(.02)base: ornate base and arm connects to pedestal were cup sits 4 holes in pedestal around side vent in bottom
(.03) cap: rounded bowl shaped lip around edge
(.04) lamp glass base; metal neck with turn knob for wick inside; glass bulb on top
History: This vaporizer, which used Vapo Cresoline liquid to produce a germ destroying vapor was used in the Windsor home of the donor's parents, David and Lilly Rolston. The vaporizer was always used when the children had whooping cough, especially throughout the night.
Place made: England
Collection Name: Museum Windsor
Subject (Fre): Y

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Children / Enfants subject

Health subject

Medical subject

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