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Negretti And Zambra Kew Pattern Mercury Marine Barometer -Used For Examinations
Negretti And Zambra Kew Pattern Mercury Marine Barometer -Used For Examinations
Negretti And Zambra Kew Pattern Mercury Marine Barometer -Used For Examinations
Negretti And Zambra Kew Pattern Mercury Marine Barometer -Used For Examinations

Negretti And Zambra Kew Pattern Mercury Marine Barometer -Used For Examinations

Datec. 1940
Object NameBarometer
Mediummetal, mercury, wooden box
ClassificationsMaritime History
DimensionsOverall: Height: 100 cm, Width: 10.5 cm
Box: Depth: 10 cm
LocationOn Display - Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Object numberABDMS025262
About MeBarometers are used at sea to measure air pressure. Changes in pressure can warn of approaching bad weather.

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.

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