Title
Barometer
Object Type
Creator
Date
circa 1850
Description
Mahogany rectangular ship barometer has long oval white opening for readings. Tag reads: Ships barometer. Used on square- rigged sailing ships around the middle of the nineteenth century. Made by John M. Merrick & Co in Worcester, Ma. Maker label is still present, though badly damaged.
Medium
Wood
Extent
3x2.75 in.
Identifier
70.5.1
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