Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Timby's Ripple-front Rosewood Mercury Stick Barometer No. 5, John M. Merrick & Co., Worcester, Massachusetts, c. 1857, upper glazed window with dial reading in part: "Timby's Patent Nov. 3rd 1857", lower window with silvered thermometer dial engraved "John M. Merrick & Co. Worcester Mass," full-length mercury tube, instruction label on reverse, lg. 39 in.
Note: Barometers containing mercury cannot be shipped and must be picked up at the gallery.
Estimate $150-250
thermometer tube has been repaired and not functional
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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