Hydrometer for measuring densities of liquids

Made:
circa 1850 in Westminster
Hydrometer for measuring densities of liquids

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Hydrometer for measuring densities of liquids
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Hydrometer for measuring densities of liquids, mid 19th century; associated with W.H. Fox Talbot, in wooden case

Details

Category:
Experimental Chemistry
Object Number:
1969-236
Materials:
glass, mercury, paper (fibre product) and deal
type:
hydrometer