DESCRIPTION

Antique English Victorian Saccharometer Loftus set. Antique cased apparatus used in the production of alcohol (wine & beer) to measure the concentration of sugar in a solution. Complete with original Saccharometer, thermometer & ruler. This antique scientific apparatus is contained within its original lined mahogany box with brass banding which helps date its manufacturing to between 1870 and 1880 when W R Loftus occupied the 146 Oxford st address.

Box marked: Saccharometer, Loftus, London 146 Oxford St, London
Ruler marked: Loftus Maker, London 146 Oxford St, London
Thermometer marked: Loftus, London 146 Oxford St, London
Saccharometer marked: No.1

A great collectible piece of science and alcohol production history. This would make a great early holiday gift for any aspiring brewer or vintner.

MEASUREMENTS

Box measures 12“ long by 4.5" wide by 2.25" tall and weighs 2lb 2oz.

CONDITION

In good condition with some small signs of use commensurate with age - please see all pictures as they form part of the condition description.

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