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Microscope Object Lens and Can, by M. Pillischer, London, 1855

Inventory Number 65371

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.65371

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Provenance
Gift from E. M. Nelson
Primary inscriptions
"M. Pillischer. / London 1855." (on lens), "1/2 in / M. Pillischer / London." (on can)
Physical material
metal
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 22mm Height: 58mm Weight: 0.05kg
Inventory No
65371

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 to one end for cap. Engraved on the side.

.2 - Can for microscopic objective lens. Coated metal cylinder with lid. Inscription on cap.

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