Archives for February 22, 2015

19th Century Scientific Stick Barometer Negretti & Zambra (c1850)

This beautiful antique stick barometer was manufactured by negretti and zambra between 1850 and 1859. It was distributed at their first address of 1 hatton garden & 59 cornhill, london. This marking is clearly identified in the upper gage of the instrument. In addition, the number 107 and holborn hill are depicted [...]

PHBN FRENCH HOLOSTERIC BAROMETER. Brass, wall mount OLD

Vintage wall barometer in unknown working condition. Appears to be complete, heavy, dial has a spring to it when moved, case is nickle over brass. Measures 5 1/4 max. Width and is 2 deep. Overall shows age but not abuse. For parts or repair? The many photos are very much part [...]