Antique Extremely RARE! Victor Flash Powder Lamp gun - Jas. H. Smith & Sons Co.

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Antique Extremely RARE! Victor Flash Powder Lamp  - Jas. H. Smith & Sons Co. - I couldn't find one on eBay. All in working condition with original box that is being held together somewhat by tape all the box pieces are included.
The flash powder, which was introduced as an alternative to the magnesium ribbon, and was a mixture of magnesium powder and potassium chlorate. This was invented by Adolf Miethe and Johannes Gaedicke. The required amount of this powder was put into a pan and ignited, which in turn produced a flash of light. This powder could also be exploded in flashguns.
These methods were quite dangerous as they were explosive and hence led to the loss of lives of many photographers and serious injuries/disfigurement in some cases.