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Richard's? Steam Engine Indicator in Wooden Case with accompanying parts, by Elliott Brothers, London, 19th Century

Inventory Number 12969


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.12969

Item type
Object
Provenance
Presented by the Marconi Corporation in 2003.
Primary inscriptions
'ELLIOTT BROS. / LONDON' 'NO.17183'
Physical material
Brass
Wood
String
Metal
Object type
Electronic instrument
Dimensions
Height: 97mm Width: 253mm Depth: 256mm Weight: 3.6kg
Inventory No
12969
Accession Number
2003-11

Description

Richard's? Steam Engine Indicator in fitted wooden case.

12969.1 - The indicator is brass with drive string and hook.

12969.2 - First of three accompanying wooden rods for Richard's? Steam Engine Indicator.

12969.3 - Second of three accompanying wooden rods for Richard's? Steam Engine Indicator.

12969.4 - Third of three accompanying wooden rods for Richard's? Steam Engine Indicator.

12969.5 - The fitted case has wooden divides lined with green baize and has circular compartments, which may have held associated springs. The boxed is hinged with two front hook and one button fastenings.