Lot 722 , A Victorian Admiral Fitzroy oak-cased barometer with paper registers H.102cm
A Victorian Admiral Fitzroy oak-cased barometer with paper registers H.102cm
Estimate £80-120
Is the mercury still present in the one with the corked reservoir? Yes
Does is show a relevant ambient temp? Yes
Tears and foxing to the papers registers.
No damage to the glass.
Split to the wooden frame.
Chip to the atmosphere tube.
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Sold for £50