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Microscope Object Lens in Can, by Seibert, English, 19th Century

Inventory Number 78853

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.78853

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Makers
Seibert
Provenance
Purchased from Dr. Reginald S. Clay with his collection.
Primary inscriptions
"1/16" (on can), "No. VII / IMMERSION / SEIBERT" (on lens)
Physical material
copper alloy
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 26mm Height: 41mm Weight: 0.05kg
Inventory No
78853
Accession Number
1944-1/part

Description

Microscope objective in can.

.1 - Microscope objective lens. Coated metal. Screw thread around the outisde rim. Unscrews into three sections.

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

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