Tangent Galvanometer by W.B. Nicolson (Cloched)

An incredibly scarce antique Tangent Galvanometer. Irish made, circa 1945. Signed 'W.B. Nicolson, Scientific Instrument Maker, Glasgow'. Composed of wood, brass, and glass. 9 turns on front (three knobs), 50 turns on back (two knobs). Displayed in glass cloche. Mirrored dial is numbered 0-90-0-90, original steeled needle. Base sits atop three adjustable brass legs.

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Height: 26 cm

Diameter (Base): 18  cm

Diameter (Dial): 12 cm

Weight (Without Cloche): 2 lbs. 6.1 oz.

Cloche Height: 28 cm

Cloche Diameter: 26 cm

Cloche Weight: 3 lbs. 

Total Weight: 5 lbs. 6.1 oz.