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Simple Microscope

Inventory Number 35722


Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Provenance
Purchased from Dr. Reginald S. Clay with his collection.
Physical material
Copper alloy
glass
Fe alloy
Dimensions
Diameter: 74mm Height: 115mm Weight: 181g
Inventory No
35722

Description

A microscope standing on a support. The support is a flat ring that stands on three feet and supports two vertical rods. The stage is also a flat ring that can slide up and down on the rods. At the top a collar carries a cylinder, holding two lenses, the height of which can be adjusted by a rack and pinion.