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Negretti And Zambra Kew Pattern Mercury Marine Barometer -Used For Examinations
AssociatedAssociated with
Marine Safety Agency
Maker
Negretti and Zambra
Datec. 1940
Object NameBarometer
Mediummetal, mercury, wooden box
ClassificationsMaritime History
DimensionsOverall: Height: 100 cm, Width: 10.5 cm
Box: Depth: 10 cm
Box: Depth: 10 cm
LocationOn Display - Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Object numberABDMS025262
Keywords
The barometer has a long suspension arm, to keep it clear of the wall to which it is attached. This ensured that the instrument was not damaged by the ship's movements.
This bar was used locally by the Board of Trade for many years, in seamen's examinations.
H & Co
North of Scotland & Orkney & Shetland Steam Navigation Company
North of Scotland & Orkney & Shetland Steam Navigation Company
Walter Bain
early 20th century
Richard Irvin & Sons Ltd
Richard Irvin & Sons Ltd
Richard Irvin & Sons Ltd
Richard Irvin & Sons Ltd
Richard Irvin & Sons Ltd