Bidding advice
You can place bids either under the lot image on the main auction page or on the right side of the individual lot page.
Placing a Maximum Bid
Use the "Set your bid limit" button on the left side of the bidding panel to enter the highest amount you're willing to bid on a lot. Our system will then automatically raise your bid in set increments if you’re outbid, up to your maximum. If someone bids above your set limit, we’ll notify you by email so you can choose whether to increase your bid.
Placing a Single Bid
Alternatively, place a single bid by selecting the button on the right side of the bidding panel. The button displays the amount needed for the next increment. For example, if the current highest bid is £50.00, the button will show "+ £55.00" (reflecting a £5.00 increment).
Incremental Bidding Explained
Our system increases bids based on preset increments, as shown in the table below, whether you set a maximum bid or make a single bid.
Bottle Details
Sikes' Hydrometer
The set comprises of a mahogany box with red silk lining and fitted red velvet pad, which house the brass weights, hydrometer float and thermometer. The inset ivory cartouche on the lid of the case is blank so the maker of the set is not known.
These sets were produced in the mid to late 19th century for use by customs officials in the testing of alcoholic strength of distilled whisky/spirit once the cask had been removed from it's bonded warehouse and duty was required by law to be calculated and paid.
A fascinating piece of history surrounding the production process of Scotch Whisky.
The red silk lining has split along the length of the left and right sides but is still firmly in place. One of the brass pieces is missing and the '10' weight looks to have been replaced at somepoint, as indicated by a different reference number on the piece to the rest of the set. Otherwise condition is good. Please see images.
Auction results
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Frequently asked questions
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When browsing the bidding history on a specific lot, the list of recent bidders is shown as 'anonymised bidders' with the exception of any bids placed through your account - which would appear as your username.
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