FITZROY STORM GLASS
The Fitzroy Storm Glass is a sealed glass container filled with a liquid which responds to changes in the weather, allowing the observer to forecast the possibility of storms, snow, wind, rain or clear skies.
This specific mixture was developed by Admiral Robert FitzRoy and was used on his voyage with Charles Darwin on the HMS Beagle.
In 1859, violent storms struck the British Isles. In response, the British Crown distributed storm glasses, then known as Fitzroy's Storm Barometers to many small fishing communities around the British Isles that were to be consulted by ships at port before setting sail.
This functional and eye-catching device is not only a great way to predict the weather, but a piece of history anyone would be proud to have in their home. This amazing weather forecasting device is perfect for the budding meteorologist!
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We will happily provide you with a free return, replacement or refund if your product is faulty, incorrect, not as described or damaged within 100 days of purchase. This doesn't happen very often, but mistakes do happen. Just contact us and we’ll sort something out straight away. We'll apologise profusely and advise you on how to send the item back to us; usually this will be by Australia Post REPLY PAID (at our expense).