Hygrometer - Brass - Schmidt Amsterdam

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Ashley Calvert
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He has 15 years of experience trading 20th century glass and antiques.

Estimate  € 150 - € 220
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Description from the seller

Vintage precision hygrometer housed in a solid brass case, with a clear 0–100% relative humidity scale.

The reverse still retains the original Schmidt, Amsterdam – Rokin 72 retailer label, adding an attractive Dutch provenance. The casing has ventilation openings for the hygrometer mechanism and a sturdy suspension ring.

The instrument has been tested and functions well. The brass shows normal signs of age and use, including light scratches and natural patina, all consistent with its vintage character and visible in the photographs.

* Diameter: 10.6 cm
* Depth: 3.5 cm
* Weight: approx. 200 g
* Materials: brass, glass and metal
* Period: circa 1940–1960
* Condition: good vintage condition
* Function: working well

An attractive and functional historical measuring instrument, suitable for collectors of vintage scientific, meteorological and optical instruments.

Vintage precision hygrometer housed in a solid brass case, with a clear 0–100% relative humidity scale.

The reverse still retains the original Schmidt, Amsterdam – Rokin 72 retailer label, adding an attractive Dutch provenance. The casing has ventilation openings for the hygrometer mechanism and a sturdy suspension ring.

The instrument has been tested and functions well. The brass shows normal signs of age and use, including light scratches and natural patina, all consistent with its vintage character and visible in the photographs.

* Diameter: 10.6 cm
* Depth: 3.5 cm
* Weight: approx. 200 g
* Materials: brass, glass and metal
* Period: circa 1940–1960
* Condition: good vintage condition
* Function: working well

An attractive and functional historical measuring instrument, suitable for collectors of vintage scientific, meteorological and optical instruments.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Schmidt Amsterdam
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Brass
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
10.6 cm
Width
10.6 cm
Depth
3.5 cm
Weight
200 g
Estimated period
1950-1960
The NetherlandsVerified
69
Objects sold
85.71%
Private

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