LAST week's Craven Curiosity baffled readers.

One correspondent suggested it was a type of Victorian measuring spoon - but the object was, in fact, much older than that.

We can reveal the mystery artefact was a crusie lamp, dating from the 18th century.

Experts from Craven Museum and Gallery tell us: "A crusie lamp is oil-powered lighting device with iron receptacles with a vertical smart hook. It is lit by burning a wick, which is powered by oils. This particular lamp is from the 18th century and originated from Scotland.

"In the days where electricity was non-existent, crusie lamps were very popular in households across the country including the Craven area. The two pans on the lamp reduced the spillage of oil.

"Crusie lamps are still sought after products by collectors."

All items featured in this column can be viewed at the museum, which is run by Craven District Council and is located in Skipton Town Hall.

Meanwhile we are inviting guesses about this week's mystery object. Suggestions can be emailed to news@cravenherald.co.uk, to arrive no later than noon on Monday.