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Object NameSimple Botanical Microscope with Stage Forceps

Made FromBrass, Glass, Mirror

Date1776

TechniqueRolled, blown, assembled

Size(a) Simple Botanical Microscope H: 8.9 cm, Diam (max): 3.9 cm; (cd) Case H: 9.3 cm, Diam (max): 4.8 cm

Accession Number2019.8.21

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Place Made

England

Physical DescriptionSimple Botanical Microscope with Stage Forceps. Rolled brass, blown glass. (a) Three-tiered cylindrical brass botanical microscope with glass lenses in top two tiers and swivel substage mirror between middle and bottom tier. Small circular cut out in center tier to hold accessory. (b) Brass stage forceps. (cd) Cylindrical lidded custom case.
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