The Art of Discovery Part 2
Wed, May 29, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 195
Smith Beck & Beck Compound Binocular / Monocular Microscope
Estimate: $300 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
A Smith Beck & Beck Compound Binocular / Monocular Microscope, No. 4172, London, 19th Century,
Signed on rear foot of base, having dual rack and pinion focusing, with 5 eyepieces, 4 objectives by various makers, plano/concave mirror, condenser lens, stage forceps and tweezers and other boxed accessories, contained in a mahogany fitted box.
Box dimensions: H 19 1/2 x W: 11 3/4 x D: 9 1/4 in.
H: 18 W: 9 D: 9 in.
Rack and pinion gears detached from binocular tubes, missing original elements. Scuffs, scratches, oxidation with key . Box in poor condition with joint separations. 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.
Signed on rear foot of base, having dual rack and pinion focusing, with 5 eyepieces, 4 objectives by various makers, plano/concave mirror, condenser lens, stage forceps and tweezers and other boxed accessories, contained in a mahogany fitted box.
Box dimensions: H 19 1/2 x W: 11 3/4 x D: 9 1/4 in.
H: 18 W: 9 D: 9 in.
Condition
Overall Dimensions
Height: 18.00
Width: 9.00
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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.
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