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Barometer, late 19th century

Joseph Davis & Co.

Hong Kong Maritime Museum

Hong Kong Maritime Museum
Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Designed by the London Royal Polytechnic Institute and with Vice-Admiral Fitzroy's special remarks, this was an early weather forecasting instrument using yesterday's weather to predict today's, though effective only in temperate latitudes.

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  • Title: Barometer, late 19th century
  • Creator: Joseph Davis & Co.
  • Location Created: London
  • Physical Dimensions: Height: 116 cm Width: 37 cm Depth: 10 cm
  • Original Language: English
  • Rights: ©Hong Kong Maritime Museum
  • Medium: Carved oak and brass
  • object id: HKMM2009.0084.0001
Hong Kong Maritime Museum

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