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Wine Tester

Made by J & J Gardner, Mathematical Instrument makers, Glasgow

Morristown National Historical Park, National Park Service

Morristown National Historical Park, National Park Service
Morristown, NJ, United States

The glass balls were floated on the surface of the wine to determine density.

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  • Title: Wine Tester
  • Creator: Made by J & J Gardner, Mathematical Instrument makers, Glasgow
  • Contributor: Morristown National Historical Park, National Park Service
  • Original Source: http://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/revwar/image_gal/morrimg/winetester.html
  • Source: Morristown National Historic Park
  • Measurements: H (with lid) 3.8, W 23.5 cm
  • Materials: Wood, glass, paper
  • Date: 18th Century
  • Catalog Number: MORR 4337
Morristown National Historical Park, National Park Service

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