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Compound Microscope with Accessories and Case, by W. H. Grice, London, c. 1819-23

Inventory Number 37874


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.37874

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Provenance
AKO (Sherwood Taylor)
Primary inscriptions
Wm HAWKS GRICE. (LATE FRASER.) LONDON". Box has the maker's name set in ivory along the front edge of base.
Object type
Microscope
Dimensions
Height: 35mm Width: 116mm Depth: 78mm Weight: 189g
Inventory No
37874

Description

Copper alloy rack screws into socket on lid; stage moved by rack and pinion. 3 objectives and one glass disc set in steel. Mahogany box, lined red velvet.