This is an antique cased microscope. An English, black enamel scientific instrument by J. Swift & Son of London, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Nicely presented and appealing scientific instrument, ideal for display
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Enamelled metal body in striking black, with highly contrasting polished brass
Mahogany carry box shows rich caramel hues and benefits from a working lock — key present
Extendable eyepiece tube with a rack and pinion main focus guide
Slide stage dressed with a pair of rotary clips and annotated with a grid scale
Single objective mounted to the scope with a pair of accessory lenses within the box
Bright mirror beneath the slide holder, mounted on a rotating arm
Maker''s mark in crisp white paint for J. Swift & Son, London
The scope fits neatly within the carry case with segmented compartments for further accessories
Matched J. Swift lenses present in striking golden ca
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Trio of glass slides and a box of later Rotring ink wells included
This is a superb antique cased microscope with high decorative appeal, and of fascination for those with an interest in scientific instruments. Ideal for the study or desk, delivered polished and ready for display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 31cm (12.25'''')
Max Depth: 20cm (7.75'''')
Max Height: 14.5cm (5.75'''')
Microscope Width: 13.5cm (5.25'''')
Microscope Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'''')
Microscope Lowered Height: 27.5cm (10.75'''')
Microscope Raised Height: 34cm (13.5'''')
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA994553
Dateline of this antique is Edwardian
Height is 27.5cm (10.8inches)Width is 13.5cm (5.3inches)Depth is 18.5cm (7.3inches)
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