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Stick Barometer
Stick Barometer
Stick Barometer
Stick Barometer

Stick Barometer

Manufacturer
Date1840s
Object NameBarometer
Mediumwood, glass, mercury, brass
ClassificationsScience And Technology
DimensionsOverall: Height: 94.5 cm, Width: 10.9 cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1979 with assistance from the National Fund for Acquisitions.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS002553
Keywords
About MeThis barometer is marked C. Altria of Aberdeen and was manufactured sometimes in the 1840s.

The business of Cesar Altria started as "glass blower" but expanded to include his son. By the 1850s Atria was advertising himself as "Optician to the Queen".
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