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J.& J. Gardiner are recorded as working at 43, Bell Street, Glasgow between 1799-1819. A similar barometer is illustrated in Nicholas Goodison English Barometers, 1680-1860, p.92, pl.41
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A George III mahogany stick barometer by J & J Gardiner of Glasgow, the rosewood crossbanded and boxwood lined case fitted with an engraved ivory dial, with rectangular crossbanded cistern cover, 39in. (99cm) high
J.& J. Gardiner are recorded as working at 43, Bell Street, Glasgow between 1799-1819. A similar barometer is illustrated in Nicholas Goodison English Barometers, 1680-1860, p.92, pl.41