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Set of nine avoirdupois stacking weights by De Grave & Co, London – Borough of Halifax 1894 Complete and with mahogany case in very good condition. For further information and photos don’t hesitate to contact me. Thank you. Read More...

06 Dec

Dalton’s atomic theory of matter (PMM 261)

By Landmarks of Science

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DALTON, John. A new system of chemical philosophy, Vol. I [Parts I & II]. Manchester: S. Russell for R. Bickerstaff; Manchester: Russell & Allen for R. Bickerstaff, 1808-1810. First edition of the first volume of Dalton’s classic work on the atomic theory of matter. Although a second volume was published 17 years later (though only the first part), the discussion of atomic theoy is, in fact, confined to the final chapter of the first volume. “Dalton reconstructed Newton’s speculations Read More...

04 Dec

A silver and shagreen telescope etui by Ribright, mid-18th century,

By Alpha et Omega

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A silver and shagreen telescope etui by Ribright, mid-18th century, Dimension: length 10cm (4”), diameter 2.45cm (1”) ca. 1750 The silver cylindrical tube covered with green shagreen with an eyepiece to the top end with adjustable cover stamped RIBRIGHT OPTICIAN FECIT LONDON, the base with other lens also with cover (operated by a lever), the cylindrical case with lid opening up to reveal the interior case stamped BY EY KINGS ROYAL PATENT and instruments including a pair of scissors in silver and steel, a knife in Read More...

01 Dec

Cased Wright & Newton Projection Microscope.

By Orlando Microscopes

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Cased Wright & Newton Projection Microscope. This item is C. 1886 and is of the second form. The scope also has some accessories including 3 Objectives with matching brass cases. The Objectives are: 8/10 In, 1 ½ In and 4/10 In. Also, additional Eyepieces are included. The scope stands 13” tall and the case dimensions are 15.5” (39.3 cm) long, 8.75” (22.2 cm) wide and just over 6” (15.2 cm) deep. The red and yellow bands seen on the Read More...

01 Dec

Early Dollond Telescope one draw C.1770

By Antiques Le Saint Georges

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Early Dollond Telescope one draw C.1770 Signed dollond on the lens protector Read More...

30 Nov

Small surveying cross.

By Scientific Inspirations

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A small lacquered brass surveying cross, the body measuring 2.25″ long and with the handle attached, 4.25″. In original card case. Read More...

29 Nov

Cased Smith, Beck & Beck Universal Binocular and Monocular Microscope.

By Orlando Microscopes

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Cased Smith, Beck & Beck Universal Binocular and Monocular Microscope. This microscope is serial numbered 3842 and this places year of manufacture about 1864. This Microscope has accessories including several eyepieces, Monocular body tube, three objectives on a spring-loaded nose cone, ABBE condenser, Parabolic Condenser, livebox and camera lucida. Double sided substage mirrors are in very good condition. Microscope is signed “Smith Beck & Beck London 3842 Universal Microscope”. The Binocular Body tube is signed “Wenham’s Binocular”. Binocular focusing Read More...

28 Nov

Weiss set of Urethra instruments, ca. 1863-1880

By Van Leest Antiques

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A combined set of various lithrity, Lithotomy, urethra and bladder instruments composed mainly of Weiss instruments in a case by Arnold and Sons. The instruments are made of polished steel. The case with original key is made of mahogany wood with brass decorations and screws, on the inner side it is decorated with purple velvet, it is signed ‘Arnold & Sons’, ‘F. Turner & os Patent lever’ and ’26 & 31. West Smithfield & 1. 2 & 3. Giltspur Read More...

28 Nov

Signed R&J Beck “Popular Model”

By Orlando Microscopes

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Signed R&J Beck “Popular Model”. C. 1900 Microscope with case and a few accessories and slides. Accessories include a bullseye condenser, several slides, slide covers, an objective lens case cap marked ¼ In and a 1 In marked objective. Microscope stands 15 “(38.1 cm) tall, with coarse focusing at minimum height even with the stage. Case dimensions are 16” (40.6 cm) long, 6.25” (15.8 cm) wide and 7.25“(18.4 cm) deep. One of the knurled coarse focusing knob shafts is Read More...

27 Nov

Cased and Signed Ross binocular Microscope.

By Orlando Microscopes

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Cased and Signed Ross binocular Microscope with case and accessories. This microscope is serial numbered 3709 which places it around 1846-1847 and has a Wenham binocular tube. At the base of the binocular tube is the following inscription: “Wenham’s Binocular, by Ross, London”. At the base of the claw foot is the following inscription: “ROSS, London, 3709.” Accessories include 3 Eyepieces, 1 Inch objective, 1 ½ Inch objective (both mounted on microscope with matching cases), empty objective case marked Read More...

25 Nov

Signed R&J Beck “Popular Model” with case.

By Orlando Microscopes

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Signed R&J Beck “Popular Model”. C. 1870 Microscope with case. Only accessories are what are mounted on the scope itself and includes a “1 in 0.21 N.A. Watson & Sons, London” marked objective. Case has key and working lock. Microscope stands 14.5 “ (36.8 cm) tall with objective all the way down to the stage. Case dimensions are 16” (40.6 cm) long, 6.25” (15.8 cm) wide and 7.25“ (18.4 cm) deep. One of the knurled coarse focusing knob shafts Read More...

22 Nov

Superb 1810 Sterling Ear Trumpet by Phipps & Robinson

By M and R Gordon

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A superb sterling silver ear trumpet by Thomas Phipps and Edward Robinson, with gadrooned rim and band. It is fully hallmarked for London, 1810. Height: 8.75″ or 22cms. Very good condition: no splits ,dents or repairs. P&R are considered to be among the finest creators of small silver objects during the late Georgian period.There is an expression in the antique silver trade used to describe a very-well crafted object: “Made like a Phipps & Robinson box”. A near identical Read More...