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Microscope Object Lens (with can), by A. Ross, London, c. 1837

Inventory Number 41698


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.41698

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Makers
A Ross
Provenance
Gift from E. M. Nelson
Primary inscriptions
"1/4 In / And"w Ross / Optician / London" (on can)
Physical material
metal
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 20mm Height: 36mm Weight: 0.05kg
Inventory No
41698

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.

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