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Hair Hygrometer, by Watkins and Hill, London, c. 1840

Inventory Number 58334


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.58334

Item type
Object
Provenance
Not ascertained.
Primary inscriptions
"Watkins & Hill, London" [engraved on the cross bar supporting the large open dial].
Object type
Hygrometer
Dimensions
Height: 31mm Width: 235mm Depth: 75mm Weight: 199g
Inventory No
58334
Accession Number
1961-138/26

Description

Copper alloy rectangular framework supporting a large silvered dial calibrated 0 ('Dry')- 100 ('Damp'). In maroon rectangular leather-covered box with hinged lid and purple velvet lining. Paper label inside lid: "Watkins & Hill Opticians".