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The Art of Discovery Part 2

Wed, May 29, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 19

Continental Cuff Type Monocular Microscope

Estimate: $200 - $400

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A Continental Cuff Type Monocular Microscope, Unsigned, 18th Century,
Having brass, wood and horn cuff form design, with single eye piece and objective, specimen forceps above condensing lens and plano mirror; contained and mounted to an oak rectangular fitted box base with single drawer with seven interior fitted drawers.

Assembled dimensions: H: 14 x W: 6 1/2 in.

Box dimensions: H: 2 3/4 x W: 6 3/4 x D: 8 5/8 in.

Condition

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