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Two Microscope Object Lenses, English in Can, 19th Century

Inventory Number 18038

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.18038

Subject
Microscopy
Item type
Object
Provenance
Purchased from Dr. Reginald S. Clay with his collection.
Primary inscriptions
"193" (on can), "Obj for / Oberhausen / Demonstration / Mic" (scratched on can), "1", "4" (on lenses)
Physical material
copper alloy
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 23mm Height: 30mm
Inventory No
18038
Accession Number
1944-1/part

Description

Two microscope objectives in two-part can.

.1 - Cone shaped microscope objective lens with curved sides. Coated metal. Screw thread to one end for cap. Numbered '4'.

.2 - Microscope objective lens with curved sides. Coated metal. Screw thread to one end for cap. Numbered '1'.

.3 - Can for microscopic objective lenses. Coated metal cylinder with two cap on one end and removable screw thread bottom. Engraved on base.

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