$246
B. Pike's Son & Co. Mercury Stick Barometer, New York, 19th century, stepped-top rosewood and burl veneer case, dual bone scales each with verniers, removable thermometer case in throat, terminating in a cylindrical cistern, ht. 38 in. Note: Barometers containing mercury cannot be shipped and must be picked up in the gallery. Estimate $400-600 barometer lacking mercury and tube, thermometer case moldings need regluing, and bottom molding missing, lacking adjustment knobs 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
