A collection of almost 100 naval instruments and barometers has surprised many at a sale in Norfolk.
The antique devices, which were being auctioned at a recent Watches, Clocks and Barometers auction, had been collected by the late William Marney over the course of many years.
Marney was an expert in barometers and the large collection had been passed to his sons Terry and Patrick, who did not have sufficient room in their homes for such a large assortment of items. The collection attracted worldwide interest from bidders in Australia, America and South Africa.
Marney had worked as a repair man and maker of barometers in North London in 1936. He then went on to create a partnership with Peter Garner, becoming Garner and Marney Ltd, forming a strong reputation for his craft.
Almost all the barometers sold at auction, with around 20% remaining. The two rarest items in the collection also sold; the Dominico Sala barometer for £2,700 and the Adie sympiesometer for £1,800. Both barometers far exceeded their estimated sale price, surprising the auctioneer from TW Gaze in Diss.
According to a valuer at the sale rooms, many of the people who came to view or buy at the auction were associates of the family, knowing of Marney's reputation for the craft.
Antique barometers look particularly attractive in a room that has some pieces of vintage furniture, such as an antique sofa. Preston is a popular location for collectors who are looking for something special.
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