Mercury-in-glass thermometer in metal case

Mercury-in-glass thermometer in metal case

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Mercury-in-glass thermometer in metal case
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Mercury-in-glass thermometer in metal case, measuring in the range 20-180 degrees Centigrade, made by Ensign, made 1850-1924 (Wellcome No. B815).

Details

Category:
Heat
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
1997-1729
Materials:
mercury, glass, nickel plated, steel (metal), plaster and plastic (unidentified)
Measurements:
overall (lying flat): 12 mm x 150 mm x 12 mm, 0.019kg
type:
mercury thermometer
credit:
Wellcome Trustees