The cradle is English oak and it fits the barometer like a glove. That is easily accomplished using the backscrew. The diameter of the barometer at its face is 4 3/4″ depth is 2″. The cradle length is 10″and width is 3″. Total height of barometer in cradle [...]
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Antique Weather Station. 1865 Admiral Fitzroy
Admiral Fitzroy Barometer stands 49″ tall, 9″ wide, 3 deep. Shows some corrosion on brass fittings, clock minute hand is missing, back drop paper shows some decay flaking & cracking. Considering it’s age, it’s a beautiful nautical peace of history. The item “Antique Weather Station. [...]