In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
It is signed on the rear foot "W.Johnson. 188 Tottenham Ct Rd. Optician to the London University Hospital".
It comes complete with an eyepiece lens and a brass objective lens in a matching case marked "W.Johnson. 1/4in. 188 Tottenham Court Rd".
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 produce a clear and bright image all the same and the microscope was easy to focus.
The microscope is in good condition for its age. It has been well used and will have normal signs of wear so please don't expect it to be like new. There are some small knocks and light scratches on the base and some tarnishing on the brass. The lenses have small specks of dirt on and although in working order it is really being sold as a decorative / collectors item rather than a scientific instrument. The microscope has been cleaned and lightly polished and it displays beautifully.
It comes in its original fitted case with sections to hold the lenses and eyepiece tube and there is a small drawer. The box is good quality with a brass carrying handle and comes with its original key. There are some general signs of age, light marks and old splits but no major damages and it has developed a nice aged patina. The box measures a compact 9" high X 7 1/2" wide X 6" deep.
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 £15
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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