Sphygmomanometer (Mercury)
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Object numberHC.LA.3.4
TitleSphygmomanometer (Mercury)
CreatorArchibald Young & Son (Manufacturer)
DescriptionGlass manometer with mercury action by Hawksley, London, on a wooden backing. The case has the badge of Arch. Young & Son, Edinburgh. Missing the cuff etc.
A sphygmomanometer is used to measure blood pressure, and would include an inflatable cuff to be placed around the arm.
Production placeEDINBURGH
Production periodTwentieth century, early
Object nameSphygmomanometer (Mercury)
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
Dimensions
- overall Height: 6.4 cm
Length: 34 cm
Width: 12 cm