Crying Queen

The crying queen is a lantern in the shape of a woman (the queen) which is carrying the candle and which has a bit of wax smeared under the its eyes. The Crying Queen is a miner's tool.

Mechanics & Inner Workings

When there is not enough air in a mine shaft the flame of the candle will dim and go out. If on the other hand the miners are close to a spot of lava, the miners might not realize it due to the slow increase of heat. In that case the grease under the queen's eyes will melt and drip into the flame, maker it increase in heat and glow. This will signal to the miners that they are close to lava and that they have to back away.

Item type

Tool

Weight

2 kg

Dimensions

12x9cm

Raw materials & Components

clay

candle

wax

Related Myths

• The Legend of the Crying Queen