Lot 241 , Dollond of London. A George III mahogany stick barometer, 40in.
Dollond of London. A George III mahogany stick barometer, with silvered scale, exposed tube and domed cistern cover, 40in.
Estimate £400-600
Air trapped in glass tube, silvering on vernier scale worn and now tarnished, a few moulding have been re-fixed. Scuff to the bulb cover otherwise generally honest piece, in good condition.
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Sold for £420