Mercury thermometer

Made:
1950-1989 in London
Mercury thermometer

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Mercury thermometer
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Mercury thermometer, measuring in the range 10-120 degrees Centigrade, in brass sectioned tube, made by Negretti & Zambra, London, 1950-1989

Details

Category:
Heat
Object Number:
1997-1517
Materials:
mercury, glass, cork and brass (copper, zinc alloy)
Measurements:
overall: 186 mm x 24 mm, 0.15kg
type:
mercury thermometer
credit:
British Gas plc