Light bulb
Joseph Swan (1796-1872)
Category
Glass
Date
1890 - 1899
Materials
Glass, Carbon, Platinum
Measurements
56 mm (Diameter); 92 mm (Length)
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Cragside, Northumberland
NT 1985515
Summary
A light bulb made from glass with a carbon filament and bayonet fitting type. Designed by Joseph Swan and manufactured by Swan United Electric Lamp Company.
Makers and roles
Joseph Swan (1796-1872), designer