Current Updates

Sikes' Hydrometer by W.R. Loftus Pre 1920

Sikes' Hydrometer by W.R. Loftus Pre 1920
Roll over image to zoom. View large image
Sikes' Hydrometer by W.R. Loftus Pre 1920Sikes' Hydrometer by W.R. Loftus Pre 1920

Lot number: 0561771

Winning bid: £80

The purpose of a hydrometer is to determine the specific gravity of a liquid. From this it is often possible to determine the composition or strength of the liquid. This was, for very many years, the standard means of determining the alcohol content of spirits and hence the duty payable.

In wooden box with brass instruments.

Please examine the images of the bottle, any packaging and labels carefully and satisfy yourself as to their condition before making a bid.