A receptacle for burning coal to heat cautery instruments. Engraving.

Specification of William Weller : supplying fuel to furnaces, &c.

Specification of William Wigston : apparatus applicable to furnaces for consuming smoke.

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A receptacle for burning coal to heat cautery instruments. Engraving.

Specification of William Weller : supplying fuel to furnaces, &c.

Specification of William Wigston : apparatus applicable to furnaces for consuming smoke.