$1,599
C. W. Wilder Mercury Stick Barometer with Case, Peterborough, New Hampshire, c. 1860, maple case with acorn finial above the silvered thermometer scale on right, barometer scale on left reading "Woodruff's Pat. June 5th, 1860," and "C.W. Wilder Peterboro N.H.," with vernier, housed in the original wood case with operating instructions, instrument ht. 40 in. Note: Barometers containing mercury cannot be shipped and must be picked up in the gallery. Estimate $2,000-3,000 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-10-27
