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Microscope Object Lens and Can, by A. Ross, London, 1856

Inventory Number 15186


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.15186

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
Lens - 1. In. / A. Ross / 1856 Can - 1. In. / A. Ross / London
Physical material
copper alloy
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 23mm Height: 39mm Weight: 0.05kg
Inventory No
15186

Description

Microscope objective in can. Includes description of optical and mechanical properties by E. M. Nelson.