Antique Barometer Altimeter, English, Victorian

Name: Antique Barometer Altimeter, English, Victorian
SKU: as272a5558
Price: 985.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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This is an antique pocket barometer altimeter. An English, oak cased explorer's instrument by Hicks of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

Delightful example of antique hiking or mountaineering interest
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Brass pocket case presents deep golden tones
Charmingly housed within a later Alpine inspired case, held stay with sealed insert

Dashing silvered dial presents beautifully with quality, slender needle
Annotated with a barometric scale from 21 to 31 inches of mercury
To the outer edge, the altimeter calibrated from zero to 10,000 feet
Marked 'J. Hicks, 8,9 and 10 Hatton Garden, London'

This is a fascinating antique pocket barometer altimeter, encased in a darling Alpine inspired case for ornamental appeal. Sure to invite conversation upon a desktop or mantle. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 13.5cm (5.25'')
Max Depth: 5cm (2'')
Max Height: 15.5cm (6'')

Dial Diameter: 6cm (2.25'')

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$1211.85

€1176.58

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