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Webster Condenser, by C. Collins, London, Late 19th Century

Inventory Number 11287

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.11287

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
"C. COLLINS / Optician", "77 Gt Titchfield St / LONDON" and "WEBSTER / CONDENSER"
Physical material
copper alloy
Glass
Object type
Microscope accessory
Dimensions
Height: 67mm Width: 80mm Depth: 70mm Weight: 220g
Inventory No
11287

Description

Condenser, manufactured by C. Collins. Features an eyepiece mounted on top of a copper alloy circular housing. Attached via screw to housing is a rotating aperture configuration. Configuration features two circular and one oval shaped arms which slide between eyepiece and main housing.

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