How do I read a stick barometer?

Observe the level of the mercury column against the engraved scaleplate. Vernier scales allow readings to be taken down to fractions of an inch or millimetres. Rising mercury indicates improving weather, while falling mercury signals approaching rain or wind.

Where should I hang a wall barometer?

Mount the instrument securely to a sturdy interior wall away from direct sunlight and heating vents. Temperature fluctuations can distort mechanical responses and timber cases. Position the dial at eye level in a hallway or study for ease of daily observation.

How do I tell an aneroid from a mercurial barometer?

Mercurial barometers feature a tall vertical wooden trunk containing a visible glass tube filled with liquid metal. They rely on gravity acting upon the column. Aneroid barometers typically appear in circular or banjo cases with a dial face and pointer needle operated by internal springs.

What is a weather station?

A weather station combines a barometer with supplementary meteorological instruments within a single wall-mounted case. Common companions include thermometers and hygrometers. These composite instruments provided Victorian households with comprehensive data for forecasting local conditions.

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A scientific wall barometer is an instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure, combining precision engineering with cabinet timbers.

Victorian Rosewood Marine Stick Barometer

19th century

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Victorian Rosewood Marine Stick Barometer

From Sturmans Antiques

£1,595

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Good Quality 19th C. Admiral Fitzroy Barometer

19th century

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Good Quality 19th C. Admiral Fitzroy Barometer

From John Howkins Antiques

£575

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Antique George III Quality Mahogany Banjo Barometer

19th century

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Antique George III Quality Mahogany Banjo Barometer

From London City Antiques

£1,385

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Rare Bow Fronted Stick Barometer by Dollond of London

19th century

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Rare Bow Fronted Stick Barometer by Dollond of London

From P A Oxley Antique Clocks & Barometers

£11,500

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Rare Clock/barometer by Ganthony of London

19th century

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Rare Clock/barometer by Ganthony of London

From P A Oxley Antique Clocks & Barometers

£8,500

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Negretti & Zambra Oak Aneroid Barometer with Thermometer

19th century

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Negretti & Zambra Oak Aneroid Barometer with Thermometer

From Heydays Antiques

£265

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Georgian Barometer, Prada of High Wycombe

18th century

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Georgian Barometer, Prada of High Wycombe

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

£395

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Rare Alexander Wright / Westminster Fortin Stick Barometer. Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Rare Alexander Wright / Westminster Fortin Stick Barometer. Circa 1900.

From Dragoncharger Antiques

£1,250

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Mahogany Wheel Barometer by Molton of Norwich

19th century

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Mahogany Wheel Barometer by Molton of Norwich

From P A Oxley Antique Clocks & Barometers

£1,250

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Luisetti of London, Early Barometer C.1785

18th century

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Luisetti of London, Early Barometer C.1785

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

£675

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Listings feature scientific wall barometers constructed from mahogany, rosewood, oak, brass, glass, and silvered metal across Georgian and Victorian periods.

Georgian Rosewood & Inlaid "Fagioli" of Clerkenwell London Mercurial Barometer

19th century

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Georgian Rosewood & Inlaid "Fagioli" of Clerkenwell London Mercurial Barometer

From S J Bean Clocks & Antiques

£795

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A George III Period Mahogany Stick Barometer

18th century

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A George III Period Mahogany Stick Barometer

From Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

£195

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18th century

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Georgian Stick Barometer Circa 1830

From Frank Craig Antiques

£750

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19th century

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A Neo-classical Marquetry Barometer

From Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

£1,200

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Large Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Banjo

19th century

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Large Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Banjo

From London City Antiques

£985

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19th century

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A Neo-classical Marquetry Barometer

From Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

£1,200

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Scientific Wall Barometer

Victorian Rosewood Marine Stick Barometer

Good Quality 19th C. Admiral Fitzroy Barometer

Antique George III Quality Mahogany Banjo Barometer

Rare Bow Fronted Stick Barometer by Dollond of London

Rare Clock/barometer by Ganthony of London

Negretti & Zambra Oak Aneroid Barometer with Thermometer

Georgian Barometer, Prada of High Wycombe

Rare Alexander Wright / Westminster Fortin Stick Barometer. Circa 1900.

Mahogany Wheel Barometer by Molton of Norwich

Luisetti of London, Early Barometer C.1785

Georgian Rosewood & Inlaid "Fagioli" of Clerkenwell London Mercurial Barometer

A George III Period Mahogany Stick Barometer

Georgian Stick Barometer Circa 1830

A Neo-classical Marquetry Barometer

Large Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Banjo

A Neo-classical Marquetry Barometer

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