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How does a banjo barometer work?
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A banjo barometer works because of a small capsule or box made of beryllium and copper called an aneroid. In most designs, the aneroid box or capsule was on the back. Fluctuations in air pressure would cause the shape of the box or capsule to change, and this, in turn, moved the needle on the barometer dial. Shop a range of banjo barometers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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English Banjo Barometer in Mahogany
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Banjo Barometer in Mahogany
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Antique 19th Century English Wall-mounted Sculptures
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Mahogany
Antique English Mahogany Banjo Barometer, circa 1860
Located in New Orleans, LA
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Scientific Instruments
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Antique Edwardian Quality Carved Oak Banjo Barometer
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality carved oak banjo barometer having a quality carved oak shaped banjo
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Scientific Instruments
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English Mahogany Banjo Barometer. Circa 1830
Located in Hollywood, SC
English mahogany banjo barometer with centered brass finial in scrolled pediment, glass encased
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Antique 19th Century British Scientific Instruments
19th Century Antique Hardwood Inlaid Banjo Barometer
Located in Suffolk, GB
This is a 19th century antique hardwood inlaid banjo barometer with a thermometer and a 10
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments
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Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Rosewood Banjo Barometer
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique 19th century rosewood banjo barometer having a quality rosewood case with a onion shaped
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian More Clocks
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