Mahogany case with mother-of-pearl inlays and elaborate caring near base. Ivorine scales and Reaumur thermometer. Nice original brass gimbal. Great working and overall condition. Please check out our other items. And be sure to add Paul Madden Antiques to your favorites list. As we are posting new items every week. If unsold after [...]
Archives for August 30, 2017
Antique Pocket Altimeter Barometer Made By Tycos Short Mason London
ANTIQUE TYCOS POCKET BAROMETER ALTIMETER. This is a late 19th century aneroid barometer altimeter used by early travelers and explorers. The barometer scale goes from 23-31 inches and the altimeter scale ranges from zero to 8000 feet adjusted by a bezel with a dialing knob. The body of the device is made from [...]
Antique Leaf Carved Black Forest Style Barometer, Dutch
A Dutch leaf carved in the Black Forest manner barometer measuring 16 1/2″ by 12 1/2″. The ground glass is set in a brass ring, the 5 across dial reads in Dutch. In good condition, consistent with its circa 1920 vintage normal and expected wear is present as shown. The [...]