printed paper dial in an oak frame, English, in original finish, ca 1863-70, Admiral Robert Fitzroy (Royal Navy) was a noted meteorologist and ships captain invented this instrument in 1863, includes a brief biographical sketch of Fitzroy; 41" high x 123" wide. Condition:Some stains from leached chemical on printed-paper dial, still VG.
printed paper dial in an oak frame, English, in original finish, ca 1863-70, Admiral Robert Fitzroy (Royal Navy) was a noted meteorologist and ships captain invented this instrument in 1863, includes a brief biographical sketch of Fitzroy; 41" high x 123" wide. Condition:Some stains from leached chemical on printed-paper dial, still VG.
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