University of Reading | Archive and Museum Database

Object number
86/1
Description
A floating thermometer used in the processing of milk. The scale is marked from 20 - 120° F.
This is a floating thermometer, used in the processing of milk. The glass bulb has a metal tip and is filled with metal balls (possibly lead) to give stability The scale is marked from 20 - 120° F.
Physical description
1 thermometer: glass, metal
Production place
Germany
Object name
Thermometer
Material
Glass, Metal
Technique
Blown (glass)
Associated subject
PROCESSING : dairying
Milk