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Victorian Pocket Barometer by Steward of Leicester
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Victorian Pocket Barometer by Steward of Leicester

19th century
Sold 29 March 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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Description

A Victorian gilt brass cased pocket barometer by Steward in the original case c.1890. Dark red leather cloth covered presentation case with hinged opening, plus original green velvet and silk lined interior. The gilt brass cased barometer with engine turned bezel for marking the reading, convex glass to the front and hanging loop to the top. Engraved silvered dial bearing the makers name Steward of Leicester with aneroid movement sat behind. Presented in excellent condition and in full working order. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Barometer measures 1.75" diameter x 0.75" deep x 2.75" high including hanging loop.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Pocket Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1128062
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number CS260
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Description
A Victorian gilt brass cased pocket barometer by Steward in the original case c.1890.
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Dark red leather cloth covered presentation case with hinged opening, plus original green velvet and silk lined interior.
Sturmans Antiques

The gilt brass cased barometer with engine turned bezel for marking the reading, convex glass to the front and hanging loop to the top. Engraved silvered dial bearing the makers name Steward of Leicester with aneroid movement sat behind. Presented in excellent condition and in full working order. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Barometer measures 1.75" diameter x 0.75" deep x 2.75" high including hanging loop.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Pocket Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1128062
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number CS260
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A small circular brass pocket barometer sits next to its open brown leather case lined with green velvet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Pocket Barometer by Steward of Leicester

Archive II A small circular brass pocket barometer sits next to its open brown leather case lined with green velvet. View II
Archive III A small circular brass pocket barometer sits next to its open brown leather case lined with green velvet. View III
Archive IV A small circular brass pocket barometer sits next to its open brown leather case lined with green velvet. View IV
Archive V A small circular brass pocket barometer sits next to its open brown leather case lined with green velvet. View V
Archive VI A small circular brass pocket barometer sits next to its open brown leather case lined with green velvet. View VI
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Sturmans Antiques
Telephone 01969 667742 or 07572 889651
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Sturmans Antiques Ltd
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Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/sturmansantiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 180
Items Sold 10,946
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
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A small circular brass pocket barometer sits next to its open brown leather case lined with green velvet.
Victorian Pocket Barometer by Steward of Leicester
Ref: SA1128062
A small circular brass pocket barometer sits next to its open brown leather case lined with green velvet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Leather, Glass, Velvet
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsEngraved dial face, Circular brass case, Suspension loop, Fitted leather case
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A Victorian pocket barometer is a portable meteorological instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure, often utilised by travellers, sailors, and mountaineers during the 19th century.

These instruments were typically housed in cases of brass or silver, featuring glass dial covers and delicate internal metallic diaphragms, frequently accompanied by leather-covered wooden or card cases lined with velvet or silk.

Authenticity is determined by examining the quality of the hand-engraved dial inscriptions, the presence of maker signatures, the weight and patina of the brass casing, and the type of mechanical movement used inside.

This type of small scientific instrument is ideally displayed on a desk, within a glass cabinet, or on a bookshelf alongside leather-bound books to add a touch of historical interest.

Preserve the item by keeping it in a dry environment away from direct sunlight, avoiding abrasive polishes on the brass casing to protect the original patina, and handling the delicate leather case with care.
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