A fascinating desk-top thermometer based upon the scientific principle expounded by Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), that the density of a liquid changes in proportion to its temperatu...
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Description
A fascinating desk-top thermometer based upon the scientific principle expounded by Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), that the density of a liquid changes in proportion to its temperature. 5 weighted globes, each with temperature markers, are suspended inside the mineral oil-filled glass tube. As air temperature changes the globes rise and fall: the lowest floating globe indicating the temperature. This thermometer measures temperatures 18-26°C. If all the globes rise to the top it indicates the current temperature is below the temperature of the lowest floating globe. If all the globes sink this indicates a higher temperature than the highest floating globe.
Size & Additional Information
Colour: Clear, Yellow, Blue, Red, Green, and Pink
28cm tall x c.5.5cm dia
Glass, mineral oil and stainless steel markers
5 temperature markers, marked 18, 20, 22, 24 and 26°C
Box with printed instructions in English, French and German
Not a toy. Do not expose extensively to direct sunlight or extreme heat
28cm tall x c.5.5cm dia
Glass, mineral oil and stainless steel markers
5 temperature markers, marked 18, 20, 22, 24 and 26°C
Box with printed instructions in English, French and German
Not a toy. Do not expose extensively to direct sunlight or extreme heat
DELIVERY & RETURNS
Reviews
Overall product rating 4.9/5
27 October 2025
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Bought this as a gift for a relative, one of those people who ‘has everything’ and it’s always difficult to find an original present . He usually ends up with gift tokens. As it’s for Christmas, he hasn’t seen it yet, but I found it both fascinating and attractive. I am quite sure he will feel the same. An ideal present if you are looking for something a bit different, both functional and intriguing. Many thanks.
07 December 2024
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It looks delicate, but arrived safely in sturdy packaging. I was pleased to find this as it is taller than some in other stores. Pretty and interesting too.
By Mr Keith Johnson
19 November 2024
Sittingbourne Kent
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an excelent talking point, visitors are intrigued.
17 November 2024
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I bought two of these as presents for "difficult to buy for" men. I hope they will like them.
28 June 2024
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A good present for a guy who has everything
By Mrs Ann Legg
09 January 2024
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good product and interested to watch
03 January 2024
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Very attractive and interesting object
