How do I read a stick barometer?

Observe the top meniscus of the mercury column against the engraved scale to determine current atmospheric pressure. The sliding vernier allows for finer measurement. Rising columns generally indicate improving weather conditions, while falling mercury points toward approaching storms or rain.

What is a barograph chart?

A barograph chart is a graduated paper sheet wrapped around a clockwork drum that records a continuous weekly line of pressure. A pen linked to vacuum chambers marks the paper. These charts offer a visual history of meteorological trends over several days at a glance.

Where should I place a weather glass?

Position the instrument on an interior wall away from direct sunlight, radiators, or heavy vibrations that might disrupt the delicate internal mechanism or mercury. Stable indoor temperatures ensure the most accurate mechanical response to external barometric pressure shifts.

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A scientific weather glass measures atmospheric pressure fluctuations to indicate impending meteorological changes.

Impressive Quality Antique Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Stick Barometer

19th century

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Impressive Quality Antique Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Stick Barometer

From London City Antiques

£1,285

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Fine Quality George III Stick Barometer by Blunt

19th century

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Fine Quality George III Stick Barometer by Blunt

From Sturmans Antiques

£1,195

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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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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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1900 - 1920

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Antique Oak Cased Barograph

From In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

£495

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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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1900 - 1920

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Mahogany Cased Barograph

From Shackladys Antiques

£995

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English Antique Oak Cased Barograph with Bevelled Glass and Chart Drawer

1900 - 1920

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English Antique Oak Cased Barograph with Bevelled Glass and Chart Drawer

From N Wilson Antiques Clocks

£745

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The selection includes stick barometers, wheel barometers and multi-glass barographs spanning the Georgian to Edwardian eras in oak, mahogany and rosewood.