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Ross Pocket Barometer

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Ross Pocket Barometer

Category

Science and Technology

Classification

CHENHALL - Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Meteorological T&E - Barometer

Object Origin
Manufacturer:

Ross

Date Built:

1902

Place of Production:

London, England

Physical Characteristics

Object Description: Silver metal barometer that resembles a pocket watch. It has a white face with black text and one (1) black needle. There are two (2) ranges of numbers. The outer ring ranges from 0 to 10000 feet. The inner ring ranges from 21 to 31 inches.

Marks: "RAIN CHANGE FAIR / Compensated / ROSS. / LONDON."

Measurements: Object:
    Height: 2 in, Diameter: 1.75 in
    Weight: 0.209 lbs

Credit

Museum Purchase, 2010.1.5

Display Status

On Exhibit

Ross Pocket Barometer

About: Ross Pocket Barometer

About: Ross Pocket Barometer

Made in London, this sterling silver pocket barometer from 1902 served as a portable device to measure changes in atmospheric pressure which could be used to predict short-term weather patterns. A drop in atmospheric pressure is associated with cloudy, windy, or rainy weather, while an increase in pressure is associated with clear skies.

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