Apparatus for determining expansion of Standard Yard - Metre bars

Made:
1844 in London
maker:
Troughton and Simms Limited
Apparatus for determining expansion of Standard Yard - Metre bars

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Apparatus for determining expansion of Standard Yard - Metre bars, used by Sheepshanks & Bailey, Royal Commission 1844-50, comprising:- 2 metal troughs mounted on stand with scale supports and gas fittings

Details

Category:
Weighing & Measuring
Object Number:
1876-1051
Measurements:
overall: 620 mm x 1600 mm x 350 mm,
type:
comparators (linear measure)
credit:
Department of Trade and Industry

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