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The Art of Discovery Part 1

Wed, Apr 17, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 72

Andrew Pritchard Achromatic Monocular Microscope, English, ca. 1835

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

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An Andrew Pritchard (1804 - 1882) Achromatic Monocular Microscope, English, ca. 1835,
Signed Andrew Pritchard 162 Fleet Street, London on the tube and foot. With various accessories including two eye pieces, Lieberkuhn reflector with cases, two objectives, polarizing apparatus and sub stage condenser, stage forceps, two stage accessories and bull's eye condenser.
Contained in a fitted mahogany box. Missing key.

Assembled dimensions: H:17 x W: 7 1/2 x D: 8 1/4 in.
Box dimensions: H: 4 3/4 x W: 13 1/4 x D: 8 in.

Condition

Box has poor repairs, surface scratches, tape residue, cracks and joint separations. Missing spring slide.
Wear is consistent with age and use. All lots have imperfections or the effects of aging. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any errors or omissions.

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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.