I remember reading somewhere that the torch of the Statue of Liberty has been replaced due to too much damage from acid rain. Is this true? If true, where is the old torch now?
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Doggie S
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Yes it is true. The original torch is in the Statue of Liberty Museum and Observatory. :)
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"A new torch replaced the original, which was deemed beyond repair because of the extensive 1916 modifications. The 1886 torch is now in the monument's lobby museum. The new torch has gold plating applied to the exterior of the "flame," which is illuminated by external lamps on the surrounding balcony platform." Source and further information: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Statue_of_liberty#New_torch
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