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Antique Late 19th Century Thermometer Disguised As A Cigar
Antique Late 19th Century Thermometer Disguised As A Cigar
Antique Late 19th Century Thermometer Disguised As A Cigar
Antique Late 19th Century Thermometer Disguised As A Cigar
Antique Late 19th Century Thermometer Disguised As A Cigar
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Antique Late 19th Century Thermometer Disguised As A Cigar

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A Rather Fun Antique Late 19th Century Thermometer Disguised As A Cigar. The Outer Cigar Is Made Of Leather And The End Pulls Out To Reveal A Small Glass Thermometer Hidden Inside.

During the 19th century, pocket thermometers were sometimes disguised as cigars to make them more socially acceptable and discreet. Medical instruments were often viewed as odd or intrusive in public. By disguising a thermometer as a common object, like a cigar, people could check their temperature discreetly without attracting attention.

Condition is good, commensurate with age and use. Structurally sound.

Measures 9.5cm x 1.5cm

Weighs 9.82 grams

 

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