rare screw-barrel microscope
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Circa
1730
Country of manufacture
UK and Ireland
Description
A fine example of an early 18th century Wilson type screw-barrel microscope in original condition. It comes with five numbered objectives with their brass covers and two lieberkuhns in turned brass cases. It is housed in an early 19th century red leather and velvet lined case made for a microscope. ivory registration number 2XC15E6A
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Hansord Antiques
Hansord Antiques
Our showrooms are set in a fine Georgian house in the heart of the historic city of Lincoln. Hansord Antiques always have an interesting selection of antique clocks and scientific instruments, in addition to our extensive stock of fine furniture and works of art. Members of the British Antique Dealers Association. www.hansord.com
