Microscope, compass

Description

Compass microscope in brass with an ivory handle, fitted with a Lieberkuhn eyepiece and with a spike to hold the specimen, unsigned, late 18th century

Museum reference

T.1925.6.1

Collection

History of Science

Object name

Microscope, compass

Production information

Unknown, Manufacturer

Date

Late 18th century

Materials

Ivory, Brass

References

Turner, G. L'E. Collecting microscopes. London: 1981, pp 28-9

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Microscope, compass

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