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Microscope Object Lens and Can, by A. Ross, London, c. 1842

Inventory Number 15185

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.15185

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
"1/4 In / And,w Ross & Co, / 33 Regent St. / Piccadilly" (on can) "Uncovered / Covered" (on lens)
Physical material
copper alloy
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 20mm Height: 45mm Weight: 0.05kg
Inventory No
15185

Description

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

.1 - Microscope objective lens. Coated metal. Screw thread to one end.

.2 - Can for microscopic objective lens. Coated metal cylinder with screw cap lid. Inscription to cap.

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