A ''Cary-Gould Type'' pocket microscope, London, c.1830. Engraved ''Cary, London'' to the limb.This type of pocket microscope attained enormous popularity in the 1820-1850s. William Cary was a noted instrument maker and an apprentice of Jesse Ramsden. Charles Gould who worked for Cary designed this microscope specifically for the amateur naturalist to meet popular demand, ingeniously using the case as its stand. It became widely used and was copied by other leading makers.This instrument is a miniature pocket example, with the tube measuring just 7.5cm high. The whole dismantles quickly to fit into its tiny case. There is a slightly concave mirror which has a dink to the glass (please see photographs) but remains intact. Accessories include a slide, extra lenses, spear etc. The tapering tube is of the type common at the time to larger microscopes. Everything fits neatly in the small mahogany case lined with blue velvet.DIMENSIONSBox:-Width: 9.5cmDepth: 8cmHe...