There is a bit of “corrosion” on the rim just below the number 31. The numbers on the dial are 26 to 31with all lettering, numbers, and lines complete.
The dial is 100% clear and in excellent condition. The face has the following markings that are clearly visible.
Based on web browsing, we believe that this barometer was made for the c. Collman manufacturing optical company housed in the masonic temple at 8th and peach street, in erie, pa. Based on our searching the web, we believe that this barometer was manufactured in rochester, ny. The glass is not chipped or cracked. The brass case is also in great condition.
The bottom (at the opposite side of the ring) seems to be a bit flat but we think it was designed that way so that the barometer will stand on a shelf. Again we are not barometer experts. Because we are not experts and do not know if this barometer still works. We found it at an antique store about 10 years ago and have used it as a display piece in our non-smoking home. It caught our eye because we visit erie and went to school in rochester. We are now downsizing and need to find many of our collectibles new homes. Taylor instruments used the brand name tycos on its instruments from 1907 to 1932. This barometer was manufactured between 1907 and 1932. Will be done within 2. Our account is set so that e-bay will. Automatically open a “case” after 2 days on unpaid items. If there is a legitimate reason for delay, please contact me so that i can delay the process. We try to describe items as. The item “Tycos Weather Barometer Vintage 5 1/4 diameter brass” is in sale since Wednesday, August 13, 2014. This item is in the category “Antiques\Science & Medicine (Pre-1930)\Scientific Instruments\Barometers”. The seller is “hm1430″ and is located in Bay Village, Ohio. This item can only be shipped to United States.
