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Base for Culpeper-type Compound Microscope, English, Early 19th Century

Inventory Number 46121

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.46121

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Provenance
Part of a bequest of the late Mr. H. Minn. Cassington, Oxfordshire
Physical material
Cu ally
glass
Lead
Dimensions
Diameter: 87mm Height: 120mm Weight: 346g
Inventory No
46121
Accession Number
1961-137/41

Description

Base.  The circular copper alloy stage has a recessed stage hole and a keyhole slot, with a spring clip underneath, for accessories. There are two more copper alloy spring clips on the underside of the stage to hold a tube.  The stage and support for the instrument are attached to the base by three scrolled legs,  on two levels.

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