In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Brass Drum Microscope to the Victorian era.
The microscope itself is made of brass and is a typical upright design with a tubular body. It has a circular brass stage and a mirror below to direct the light.
It has an eyepiece built into the tube and it comes with an objective lens numbered 2. It comes with a couple of other accessories and two paper covered slides.
The microscope comes in ia fitted velvet lined wooden box with sections for the accessories and lenses. The box is sturdy and in good condition with a nice aged patina.
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 and some attention 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 or dents and it displays well. Although in working order it is really being sold as a decorative / collectors item rather than an accurate scientific instrument.
The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.
Tracked UK Delivery £8
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Brass Drum Microscope to the Victorian era.
Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member
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Victorian Drum Microscope
