Lot 299 , A 19th century oak marine stick barometer by Whyte Thomson, Glasgow, with ‘improved sympiesometer’ and thermometer to the front, with part of the brass gimbal holder still present, 96cm high, CITES Submission reference Y
A 19th century oak marine stick barometer by Whyte Thomson, Glasgow, with ‘improved sympiesometer’ and thermometer to the front, with part of the brass gimbal holder still present, 96cm high, CITES Submission reference YBAP6J7R
£400-600
Condition:
Thermometer appears to be in good condition with a good level of mercury. The sympiesometer has a break in the liquid. The main part of the gimbal is missing and both of the wheels which adjust the vernier scales are also missing.