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Microspectroscope, by John Browning, London, ?Late 19th Century, in Wooden Case

Inventory Number 27718


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.27718

Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
'John Browning, London'
Object type
Microspectroscope
Inventory No
27718

Description

Micro spectroscope by John Browning, London. Consisting of copper alloy tube containing a series of prisms which create a spectrum of fluorescent light when observed through the eyepiece. Attached to the side is a stage with two spring clips, a swinging mirror and screws for making adjustments. Engraved on the side. Stored inside a rectangular fitted wooden box with copper alloy fittings and black velvet strips along the interior of the lid.

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Previously associated and displayed with a Powell & Leyland binocular microscope and accessories (inv. 37352).

.2- Rectangular wooden fitted case for micro spectroscope by John Browning, London. With copper alloy fittings and velvet edging. Key missing.