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VIII.26 Compound microscope
Maker: unknown
Place:French?
Date:mid-19th cent.
Materials:brass
Dimensions:height 380 mm, box 310x180x85 mm
Current inventory:3447
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Compound microscope, probably French. Some details of construction and the box suggest a French production. A tripod supports a square-sectioned pillar on which are inserted the mirror, the stage, and the body-tube. Focus is by rackwork. Fitted with a Huygenian eyepiece. Accessories include four objectives.

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