- Subject
- Microscopy
- Item type
- Object
- Makers
- George Adams
- Provenance
- Purchased from Dr. Reginald S. Clay with his collection
- Primary inscriptions
- "GEORGE ADAMS Mathematical, Philosophical and Optical Instrument Maker, at Tyco Brahe's the Corner of Racquet-Court in Fleet-Street LONDON," inside the lid of the case
- Other inscriptions
- Tyco Brahe
- Object type
- Microscope
- Inventory No
- 60861
Description
The copper alloy body of the microscope screws into the back plate. A rectangular mirror is set on the rear of the copper alloy plate and two milled screws on the front adjust the position and angle of the mirror. The other end of the body tube is conical with an external thread. The hinged case is mahogany with a lock mechanism. Inside, there are two printed pieces of paper adhered to the lid.
(.1: Body tube; .2: Back plate; .3: Case)
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