The greenware is then trimmed by hand using small metal tools, and pierced with tubes, as Roman craftsman did to create the originals these copy. They are then fired to an earthenware ceramic. A wick and instructions are provided with each lamp. Many of the lamps are molded directly from originals. Others are styled after originals.
Sizes vary, but match the range found in ancient lamps.
For general information on ancient oil lamps check out Lamps in Antiquity Several of the originals pictured there have been used as a basis for the reproductions.