Vtg Galileo Glass Tube Scientific Thermometer 5 Balls Chrome Triangle Base MCM

Vtg Galileo Glass Tube Scientific Thermometer 5 Balls Chrome Triangle Base MCM * The Vintage Galileo Glass Tube Scientific Thermometer is a 12" long device with floating multi-color balls that indicate temperature changes * Manufactured in Germany, this collectible piece is a unique addition to any science or medicine collection or simply a fascinating conversation piece * Galileo the pioneer of modern astronomy and physics discovered that liquids will change density as temperature increases or decreases * Temperature is determined by the lowest floating bulb at the top of thermometer * Floating bulbs have temperature readings of 64, 68, 72, 76, and 80 degrees * Glass thermometer is 11 inches tall, chrome triangular stand is 5 inches corner to corner * Fahrenheit scale * Great condition, vintage, sat on my parents desk for many years - see pictures