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Victorian Iron Cased Universal Aneroid Barometer
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Victorian Iron Cased Universal Aneroid Barometer

19th century
Sold 26 April 2026 · Jason Clarke Antiques
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Description

For sale, a Victorian Universal Barometer for the use of Mariners, Algriculturist, Horticulturists etc.

Comprised of a graduated painted iron case with brass bezel and 5” painted dial measuring 28 to 31 inches of barometric pressure. It has a somewhat unusual set of weather indications with the use of Stormy, Unsettled and Fair Weather to the outer circumference, Admiral Fitzroy type indications underneath the scale which is itself divided into twentieths of an inch.

The maker of this barometer seems to have evaded most scholars interested in the subject and I have also been unable to unearth any further details relating to its source. Nevertheless, it seems to have had a certain level of popularity during its time and was obviously built to be robust enough for use in an outdoor setting such as a greenhouse or a ships cabin. My thoughts are that it may have been introduced as a domestic copy version of the famous RNLI aneroid barometer given its style of manufacture.

An interesting and aesthetically pleasing Victorian example.

Circa 1880.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Declaration

Jason Clarke Antiques has dated this Victorian Aneroid Barometer to the 1880s.

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For sale, a Victorian Universal Barometer for the use of Mariners, Algriculturist, Horticulturists etc.
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Comprised of a graduated painted iron case with brass bezel and 5” painted dial measuring 28 to 31 inches of barometric pressure.
Jason Clarke Antiques

It has a somewhat unusual set of weather indications with the use of Stormy, Unsettled and Fair Weather to the outer circumference, Admiral Fitzroy type indications underneath the scale which is itself divided into twentieths of an inch.

fig 1. A round Victorian aneroid barometer with a brass casing and black lettering on a cream dial face, mounted against a plain white wall.
fig 1. Victorian Iron Cased Universal Aneroid Barometer

The maker of this barometer seems to have evaded most scholars interested in the subject and I have also been unable to unearth any further details relating to its source. Nevertheless, it seems to have had a certain level of popularity during its time and was obviously built to be robust enough for use in an outdoor setting such as a greenhouse or a ships cabin. My thoughts are that it may have been introduced as a domestic copy version of the famous RNLI aneroid barometer given its style of manufacture.

An interesting and aesthetically pleasing Victorian example.

Circa 1880.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Date of Manufacture

Jason Clarke Antiques has dated this Victorian Aneroid Barometer to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1206349
Jason Clarke Antiques
Jason Clarke Antiques
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Archive I A round Victorian aneroid barometer with a brass casing and black lettering on a cream dial face, mounted against a plain white wall. SOLD26 APR 26

Victorian Iron Cased Universal Aneroid Barometer

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A round Victorian aneroid barometer with a brass casing and black lettering on a cream dial face, mounted against a plain white wall.
Victorian Iron Cased Universal Aneroid Barometer
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A round Victorian aneroid barometer with a brass casing and black lettering on a cream dial face, mounted against a plain white wall.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Brass, Glass
  • ColourBrass Gold
  • MotifsCircular brass bezel, Enamelled dial face, Hand-painted lettering, Cast iron hanging mount
  • SizeH 16 cm (6 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 5.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Keep the instrument away from direct sunlight, excessive moisture, and rapid temperature fluctuations to protect the internal mechanics. Clean the outer metal gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical polishes that might damage the historical patina.

An antique barometer adds character and historical depth when mounted on a panelled hallway wall or integrated into a gallery display alongside modern art. It serves as a functional focal point that complements study, library, or traditional living room schemes.

Authentic pieces often display period-specific typography, hand-engraved brass bezels, and mechanical components characteristic of 19th-century manufacturing. Maker signatures, registration marks, and natural patina on the metal surfaces also help verify age.

These instruments typically feature robust outer cases made from cast iron, brass, or carved woods like oak and mahogany. The dial faces are often crafted from porcelain, enamelled metal, or heavy paper, protected by a bevelled glass lens.

An aneroid barometer measures atmospheric pressure without using liquid mercury, relying instead on a flexible metal box that expands or contracts with pressure changes. Popularised during the 19th century, these instruments made weather forecasting accessible for domestic and maritime use.
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