Thermometer, Medical
Object number2012.47.16 a,b
Manufacturer
S. Hicks
Date1840-1879
OriginLondon, England
MediumGlass; Metal
Credit LineGift of Melinda Hays Evans
DescriptionGlass thermometer with metal case. Thermometer is broken.Dimensions0.625 x 4.125 in. (1.6 x 10.5 cm)Inscriptions(a)
Engraved text on side "ASEPTIC".
Marks(b)
Handwriting in cursive black ink along the side "Made by S / Hicks London Eng / for Feick Bros, Pittsburgh PA".
Historical NotesPart of a collection of medical supplies of Dr. James Glenn Dickson who operated in the Canonsburg area from the 1840s to the 1870s. Donor Melinda Hays Evans’ family found the apothecary chest with accompanying medical supplies in a barn on their property in the Canonsburg area. The collection documents the practice of a mid-19th century small town doctor.
Previous owner
Dr. James Glenn Dickson
Related institution
Feick Brothers Company
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