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History of Science Museum

Lamp for Microscope

Inventory Number 15543


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.15543

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Physical material
Copper alloy
Metal
Paint
Dimensions
Diameter: 123mm Height: 295mm Weight: 1000g
Inventory No
15543

Description

Oil lamp for microscope. Circular ring base. Central pillar with squared edges and ring top. Adjustable copper alloy container with wick holder and separate copper alloy screw cap.