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Microscope Immersion Lens in Can, by A. Ross, London, 1872

Inventory Number 55942

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.55942

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Makers
A Ross
Provenance
Gift from E. M. Nelson
Primary inscriptions
"20373 / Ross London Uncovered / Patent 1/5 In Wet Covered" (on lens) "1/5 in /Ross/London" (on can)
Physical material
metal
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 27mm Height: 48mm Weight: 0.05kg
Inventory No
55942

Description

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

.1 - Coated metal. Screw thread to one end for cap. Engraved on side.

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

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