Antique Stick Barometers…
18th Century Antique Stick Barometer by Peter Dollond of London
An excellent 18th century antique mahogany stick barometer.
The silvered brass scale calibrated from 27" to 31" and incorporating a sliding vernier. The mahogany case with exposed mercury tube, mahogany cistern cover and architectural top with central brass finial.
Note: The son of John Dollond. A fine Instrument Maker and was made Optician to King George III and the Duke of York. Born 1730. Died 1820.
Price: £4,250 / Height: 41" / C.1780
SOLD: 16th September 2011
