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Microscope Object Lens and Tin, by A. Ross, London, 1856

Inventory Number 82345


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.82345

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Makers
A Ross
Provenance
Gift from E. M. Nelson
Primary inscriptions
"1/2. In. / A. Ross, / London" (on can) , "A. Ross / 1856" (on lens)
Physical material
metal
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 29mm Height: 58mm Weight: 0.1kg
Inventory No
82345

Description

Microscope objective in can. Includes handwritten description of optical and mechanical properties by E. M. Nelson.

.1 - Microscope objective lens. Coated metal. Screw thread for cap. Inscription to side.

.2 - Can for microscopic objective lens. Coated metal cylinder with screw cap lid. Inscription to cap and underside of base.