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Hair Hygrometer, by Newman, London, Early 19th Century

Inventory Number 79269


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.79269

Item type
Object
Makers
Newman
Provenance
Presented by Mrs Mallock.
Primary inscriptions
"Newman London" [engraved on top cross bar supporting the open dial}.
Physical material
Cardboard
Paper
Metal
Object type
Hygrometer
Dimensions
Height: 30mm Width: 178mm Depth: 231mm Weight: 204g
Inventory No
79269

Description

copper alloy rectangular frame supporting a silvered scale in the shape of a large ring, calibrated 0-100. In a rectangular cardboard box with two paper labels on the lid.