In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
It has a circular stage and a mirror below to direct the light. There are no maker's details anywhere on the microscope but it is typical of late 19th Century English design microscopes.
The microscope comes in it a fitted mahogany box. The box is strong and sturdy with two closing latches on the front.
The microscope appears to be in good working order and I have set it up and tested it with a few old slides. I'm sure the lenses would probably benefit from a clean but they produced a clear image all the same and the microscope was easy to focus.
Overall the microscope is in good condition for its age. It has been used and will have normal signs of wear. The brass is tarnished and the lacquer has worn in places but there are no major damages and it displays well. Although in working order it is really being sold as a decorative / collectors item rather than an accurate scientific instrument.
Approximate Measurements:
Box Height : 2" (5 cm)
Width : 6 1/2" (16.5 cm)
Depth : 2 1/4" (6 cm)
Microscope Length : 7" (18 cm)
Diameter of Lens : 1 3/4" (4.5 cm)
The best description comes from the photographs so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.
Tracked UK Delivery £10
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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Antique Brass Field Microscope
