| Description | This is a clinical thermometer, comprised of a glass thermometer mounted on an ivory base. A thread is affixed to the top, suggesting it was designed to be hung or fastened to something. The ivory base features black ink markings denoting temperature measurements in degrees Fahrenheit, starting just below 30 and extending up to 120, in increments of 10 degrees. The thermometer is secured to the base with metal, evidenced by small screws on the back. The inscription's "S. Mason Dublin" on the ivory board. |