Skip to content
History of Science Museum

Compound Microscope with Case and Accessories

Inventory Number 46672


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.46672

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
"The microscope of Charles Hachett F.R.S. pres by Miss H Jackson" Different spelling of Hachett to the papers in the case
Physical material
Brass
Wood
Velvet
Object type
Microscope Case
Dimensions
Diameter: 59mm Height: 263mm
Inventory No
46672

Description

Compound microscope. Includes case, 9 slides, 9 lenses, brush, bulls eye condenser, stage forceps, organic specimens and case.  Case contains 8 wood sliders.