Hydrometer
M. W. Dunscombe Ltd
Category
Scientific instruments
Date
Unknown
Materials
Glass, mercury and paper
Measurements
240 mm (H); 35 mm (Dia)
Place of origin
Bristol
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 25553.1
Summary
Hydrometer with small round bowl, one end containing mercury, pear-shaped section above which is a tube with closed top. Roll of paper in tube with calibrations from 1000 to 1100. On other side; M.W. DUNSCOMBE LTD, BRISTOL.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Makers and roles
M. W. Dunscombe Ltd, supplier