Aladdin Lamps by The Mantle Lamp Co.

Q I’m trying to get info on a model No. 5 Aladdin oil lamp. It’s complete but I found no information on this model.

A The name ”Aladdin” was trademarked in 1908 by The Mantle Lamp Co. of America. The company was founded in Chicago, Illinois, son in 1908. The model A lamp, with Nu-Type side-draft burner, was introduced in 1932. The lamp was made in several styles and colors. The model A was originally made for the U.S. market and Model B for the United Kingdom. But, it was difficult to put a new wick in the model A burner in the United States and it was soon replaced by the model B burner. The improved version of the model A became the basis for Aladdin burners that are still made. There is a club for collectors, Aladdin Knights of the Mystic Light. The club’s website, AladdinKnights.org, has more information.