- Subject
- Microscopy
- Item type
- Object
- Makers
- Mann & Ayscough
- Provenance
- Purchased from Dr. Reginald S. Clay in 1944.
- Object type
- Microscope Case
- Inventory No
- 34561
- Accession Number
- 1944-1/379
Description
Solar microscope by Mann & Ayscough, which breaks down into three sections which include a rectangular mirror and circular plate, cylindrical Condenser tube and Bonanni type spring stage. The accessories include six objectives and five specimen slides, four of which are bone and one is metal and glass. The solar microscope and accessories are stored inside a rectangular fitted wooden case with metal fittings.
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