Mercury-in-glass thermometer in cardboard case

Made:
1850-1924 in Europe
Mercury-in-glass thermometer in cardboard case

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Mercury-in-glass thermometer in cardboard case
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Mercury-in-glass thermometer in cardboard case, measuring in the range -20 to 360 degrees Centigrade, makers name unclear, possibly "Strofestoff", made 1850-1924 (Wellcome No. B831).

Details

Category:
Heat
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
1997-1731
Materials:
mercury, glass, cardboard and paper (fibre product)
Measurements:
overall: 368 mm x 13 mm, 0.044kg
type:
mercury thermometer
credit:
Wellcome Trustees