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Gould-Type Microscope in Case, by Cary, London, c. 1825-50

Inventory Number 38586


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.38586

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Makers
Cary
Provenance
Deposited by the Royal Microscopical Society with their collection.
Primary inscriptions
"Cary, LONDON." on rack
Inventory No
38586
Accession Number
1970-101/part

Description

Gould-type microscope with rackwork focusing for a semi-circular stage. Accessories include concave mirror, stage forceps, tweezers, two button objectives, two black/white discs, a pin bracket, and a quill and hair brush. The mahogany box is lined with blue velvet