Microscope thin sections, plastic cases, and wooden case. 19th and 20th century.
15 cases of slides and thin sections, with 25 slots per case, for approximately 375 total thin sections.

From the collection of W. H. S. Cheavin (early 20th century), and from the collection of Harold Dixon (1859-1893). Includes spiders, corn, and other samples.

Also with thin sections on synthetic polymers, plastics, rubbers, and latex.

With wooden case, 19th century, and faux book case. Faux book slides case is black cloth bound, with embossed covers. Gilt title on spine "Mikroskopische Praparate" (microscopic preparations).

Large case is H: 3 7/8 x W: 11 1/2 x D: 4 in. Poor. Faux book slide case has loss on top edges, bumped, scuffed, and rubbed. Losses on the corners. The wooden case has swollen wood making movement of drawers difficult. Plastic slide cases are discolored commensurate with age, with tape labels.