Campbell-Stokes Sunshine Recorder by Casella No 8339 c.1960

A very good original Campbell-Stokes Sunshine Recorder, Temperate Zones, Mk Iiic No 8339 for latitudes 45° - 65° by Casella, London c1960. Campbell-Stokes sunshine recorder having 4” diameter glass sphere, the frame constructed in oxidised and gilt lacquered brass. The card holder marked to the top "Mk Iiic" and "45° - 65°," recording card clamping screw with chain, coarse setting for latitude adjustment, levelling frame set on three adjustable levelling screws with locknuts facilitating elevation and azimuth correction. Condition: This instrument has seen use, though remains in first class serviceable condition. All adjustments are free, the glass sphere undamaged, the metal work retaining a reasonable proportion of original finish. Comments: This Campbell-Stokes sunshine recorder is the British Meteorological Office Pattern Mk Iiic, for Temperate zones, latitudes 45° - 65° North or South. A very aesthetically appealing and functional object by a top London maker. Certainly a collector or connoisseur’s piece.