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England Early 1900 Brass Galvanometer Antique Physic Measuring Instrument

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Moving coil brass galvanometer with three-screw base, instrument signed Philip Harris Ltd Birmingham England n. 19402, made in the early 1900, a tool used as a detector of direct current and of very weak intensities. Very good condition. Height 23 cm. The Philip Harris Ltd firm was a British laboratory supply company, well known to all science teachers in the UK and world-wide as one of the most important suppliers for the peculiar needs of schools. The company was originally based in Digbeth, Birmingham and was established by Thomas Ellis, a surgeon, in 1817. Philip Harris joined Ellis in 1825. They started manufacturing medicines in 1866, adding to their sales of chemist and surgical products: the company traded in Bullring, Birmingham, until 1889. They moved to 144-146 Edmund Street at the beginning of 1900.
  • Creator:
    Philip Harris Ltd. (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Diameter: 5.91 in (15 cm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 1900s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1020224629962
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