RARE Antique Collectible Scientific Instrument—Calorimeter

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RARE Antique Collectible Scientific Instrument—Calorimeter
This is a rare scientific antique. It is an old calorimeter, and was purchased from the collection of an esteemed scientist and scholar at Slippery Rock University in Western Pennsylvania. He had a vast career in academia, some highlights of which include serving as a visiting professor of chemistry and chemical engineering at Cornell from 1966 to 1968, and serving as the president of various colleges including SRU.
Calorimeters are used to measure thermodynamics, heat capacity, and energy released during reactions in chemistry. The era of this device is unknown, though it is an early design and likely pre-1900s.
The diagram taped inside the lid and the article standing by it are from the original owner, and describe the history and design of early calorimeters.
Measurements—
Circumference was measured at the widest point of the cylinder.
Height was measured from the floor to the handle on top.
Features:
• Markings: None, maker unknown
• Age: Unknown, likely pre-1900s.
• Material: Brass
• Design: Tripod
Measurements:
Circumference: 23.5 in / 60 cm
Distance(from leg to leg): 12 in / 30 cm
Height: 33 in / 84 cm
Condition: Pre-Owned
Good antique condition.
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Thanks for stopping by to view this RARE Antique Collectible Scientific Instrument—Calorimeter. TANGENT GALVANOMETER COMPASS TANGENTENBUSSOLE W.G.PYE & COMP / RARITY / ca 1900s
in very good original condition, old patina
functional
marked: Cambridge England, W.G.Pye and Comp., maker mark at base also– see photos
measurements: 21 cm (8.3“) high; diameter of coil: 16.5 cm (6.5“), diameter of compass: 10.5 cm (4.13“)
weight: 1700 g
Very rare and seldom to see museum collectible – see e.g. Technik-Museum.ch
or The Museum of Technology / The Great War and WWII (1850-1980).
(F951)
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