Tabitha Bailey, GB189623148A

On March 13, 1897, Tabitha Bailey, a greengrocer of Beckenham, Kent, patented an improved steamer for cooking purposes that used a saucepan with a grooved, steam-sealing lid to prevent the escape of steam and water. Her invention also included a perforated false bottom and a raised outlet to control water level.

Date of Application: 19 October 1896

Date of Issuance: 13 March 1897

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