Top Section of Ships Barometer EOA:2022.155.05

3D Model

Top of ships barometer from the wreck of the Earl Of Abergavenny.

ID: EOA: 2022.155.05 OE415

Collection: Earl of Abergavenny

Classification: Trade/Crew

Measurements: Length 75mm Diametre 47mm

Date made: as yet unknown

Display: not on display

Manufacturer/Creator: as yet unknown

Credit: Portland Museum Trust

Portland Museum believes that this may be the top of a ships barometer. Inside can be seen the sealed end of a glass tube that may have held the mercury which rises and falls with air pressure and gives an accurate weather forecast. This was particularly important for sailing ships to be able to predict rough weather and change course when needed.

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