AUCTION : 1018

Lot#: 682

DESCRIPTION: Barometers- 2 (Two): Sargent-Welch Scientific Co., Skokie, Illinois, "U.S. Weather Bureau Type" Fortin-style mercurial barometers, polished nickel-silver engine divided scales showing both inch and centimeters with vernier plates, thumbscrew adjustment below cistern for zeroing, fixed to wood backboards for wall mounting.
CONDITION: both units are in very good condition. One wood backboard looks factory made, while the other looks bench-made. Both instruments have mounts on the front for thermometers, but none are included. Instrument may contain some mercury. Hand delivery is recommended. Sold "as is ".
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
PRICE SOLD: $150
CIRCA: 1960
DIMENSIONS: 43in x 3in x 3in

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