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Gauges for Objective Screw Threads?, by Whitworth, Manchester, 1897

Inventory Number 35833


Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Makers
Whitworth
Provenance
Presented by E. M. Nelson in 1937, possibly via the Royal Microscopical Society.
Physical material
Leather
Velvet
Wood
Metal
Object type
Microscope accessory
Dimensions
Height: 42mm Width: 93mm Depth: 104mm Weight: 309g
Inventory No
35833
Accession Number
1937-

Description

Two gauges for objective screw threads(?) in leather covered case with maroon top and green sides. Brown and maroon velvet lining. Two hinges and push button to open. One gauge is circular with circular cut out screw part in the centre. Inscription "7967" ".6" ".6" One gauge in a screw shape. Inscription: "R.MIC SO LONDON 1897"; "WHITWORTH MANCHESTER 8015 36ths".