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Title |
Antique Hoffritz Brass Barometer, Hygrometer and Thermometer |
Object Name |
Barometer |
Object ID |
2007.113 |
Description |
Rectangular brass plate with three circular meters encased in glass; left meter is a hygrometer which measures from 20-100% relative humidity; center meter, the largest, is a barometer and measures from 25-31 in. (with 28 being "stormy" and 31 being "very dry") ; the center of the meter is hollow to allow one to see some of the steel or nickel interior apparatus; the right meter is a thermometer and measures from 20-120 degrees F; back of meters emanate from the base plate; meter backings are screwed in place and have various holes. |
Dimensions |
H-3.25 W-7.75 D-1.75 inches |
Material |
Brass, Glass, Steel, Mercury |
Made |
Hoffritz |
Search Terms |
Barometers Hygrometer Thermometer Meteorology Weather Measure Measuring Instruments |