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Antique Brass Microscopes

Antique Brass Microscope in a Wooden Case, 1880
Antique Brass Microscope in a Wooden Case, 1880

Antique Brass Microscope in a Wooden Case, 1880

Located in Wien, AT

A collector's item from the late 19th century: an antique drum/pocket microscope made of solid brass, complete with its original wooden case and rare period accessories.

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1880s Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Leitz Brass Compound Microscope
Leitz Brass Compound Microscope

Leitz Brass Compound Microscope

By E. Leitz

Located in New Orleans, LA

Brass Compound Microscope in Case Ernst Leitz Dated 1897 This rare late 19th-century compound microscope was crafted by the renowned optical firm Ernst Leitz GmbH of Wetzlar, Germany.

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19th Century Antique Brass Microscopes

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Optical Glass, Wood

Antique Pocket Field Microscope, English, Brass, Instrument, Edwardian, C.1910
Antique Pocket Field Microscope, English, Brass, Instrument, Edwardian, C.1910

Antique Pocket Field Microscope, English, Brass, Instrument, Edwardian, C.1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique scientist's field microscope. An English, brass, pocket instrument, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Smalll Victorian Monocular Field Microscope
Smalll Victorian Monocular Field Microscope

Smalll Victorian Monocular Field Microscope

Located in Norwich, GB

Small Victorian monocular field microscope Brass framed monocular field microscope house in it’s original mahogany box with hinged brass carrying handle.

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1890s English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

A Fine Adams, London Culpepper Microscope
A Fine Adams, London Culpepper Microscope

A Fine Adams, London Culpepper Microscope

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A late 18th century brass lacquered Culpepper design microscope by Adams, London in the original mahogany case.

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Late 18th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass

Dancer Field Microscope in Fine Condition
Dancer Field Microscope in Fine Condition

Dancer Field Microscope in Fine Condition

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A very clean and complete Dancer field microscope designed to fit into a small case for use in the field. This example is numbered 38 and has a Wenham prism that neatly slides into ...

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19th Century Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Carl Zeiss Stand IV Brass Continental Microscope W/ Case and Slides, circa 1891
Carl Zeiss Stand IV Brass Continental Microscope W/ Case and Slides, circa 1891

Carl Zeiss Stand IV Brass Continental Microscope W/ Case and Slides, circa 1891

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Norwalk, CT

It is a Stand IV continental-style microscope, featuring a polished brass barrel, Edward Abbe illuminator (condenser), two eyepieces (oculars) and one objective.

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1890s German Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Antique Microscope in Original Box, circa 1900
Antique Microscope in Original Box, circa 1900

Antique Microscope in Original Box, circa 1900

Located in Greven, DE

Antique travel microscope in unrestored found condition. The brass should be polished and the glasses cleaned.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

19th Century Microscope Slide Cabinet and 280 Slides
19th Century Microscope Slide Cabinet and 280 Slides

19th Century Microscope Slide Cabinet and 280 Slides

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A fine 19th century mahogany slide case with glazed door and original brass carrying handle, containing 20 drawers each with numbered ebony knobs. All with 14 slides. circa 1845.

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Mid-19th Century Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Swift & Son, Edwardian
Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Swift & Son, Edwardian

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Swift & Son, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Dimensions: Max Width: 31cm (12.25'') Max Depth: 20cm (7.75'') Max Height: 14.5cm (5.75'') Microscope Width: 13.5cm (5.25'') Microscope Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'') Microscope Lowered Hei...

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass, Enamel

A Pair of Antique English Walnut Tabletop Microscope Slide Collectors Cabinets
A Pair of Antique English Walnut Tabletop Microscope Slide Collectors Cabinets

A Pair of Antique English Walnut Tabletop Microscope Slide Collectors Cabinets

Located in Glasgow, GB

A super pair of tabletop microscope slide specimen collectors cabinets in walnut and dating to the late 19th century.

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass, Other

Compound Microscope with Box and Key by R. Winkel, Göttingen, Nr. 18507
Compound Microscope with Box and Key by R. Winkel, Göttingen, Nr. 18507

Compound Microscope with Box and Key by R. Winkel, Göttingen, Nr. 18507

Located in Austin, TX

A fine working German compound microscope, circa 1910, by R. Winkel, Gottingen, Germany, in a fitted box of mahogany with nickel hardware and key. Marked on column front: R. Winke...

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Early 20th Century German Antique Brass Microscopes

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Metal, Brass, Nickel

Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope  Wooden Box with Accessories
Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope  Wooden Box with Accessories

Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope Wooden Box with Accessories

Located in Milan, IT

Tri-ocular optical microscope Euskop model, antique scientific instrument of painted brass and chromed steel, with four-magnification turret n. 40122 by Fratelli Koristka, Milano, ci...

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1910s Italian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Milan 1920/30 Antique Microscope by F.lli Koristka Wooden Box with Accessories
Milan 1920/30 Antique Microscope by F.lli Koristka Wooden Box with Accessories

Milan 1920/30 Antique Microscope by F.lli Koristka Wooden Box with Accessories

Located in Milan, IT

Optical microscope signed F.lli Koristka Milano n. 42870 produced between 1920/30, of chromed and black painted brass, three-magnification turret, consisting of a stand and a plate w...

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1920s Italian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

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Antique Spencer Brass Microscope
Antique Spencer Brass Microscope

Antique Spencer Brass Microscope

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H 13 in W 6 in D 4 in

Antique Spencer Brass Microscope

Located in Austin, TX

A brass and iron microscope by Spencer of buffalo, New York. circa late 19th century.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Brass Microscopes

Double Horizontal Microscope
Double Horizontal Microscope

Double Horizontal Microscope

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H 11 in W 19 in D 18 in

Double Horizontal Microscope

Located in Hudson, NY

Double horizontal microscope on goniometer stand with case by Hall & Benjamin, NY. circa 1880. Ex. Elli Buk Museum Collection, NYC.

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1880s American Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Pocket Microscope, circa 1880
Pocket Microscope, circa 1880

Pocket Microscope, circa 1880

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H 1 in Dm 0.75 in

Pocket Microscope, circa 1880

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A nice English brass pocket microscope/magnifier in cylindrical protective box with adjustable screw-top lens, circa 1880.

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1880s European Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Cased Horizonal Microscope on Geometer
Cased Horizonal Microscope on Geometer

Cased Horizonal Microscope on Geometer

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H 13 in W 9 in D 15 in

Cased Horizonal Microscope on Geometer

Located in Stamford, CT

Cased Horizonal Microscope on geometer stand with case by Hall and Bergemen, NY circa 1880s. Elle Buck Museum NYC. The piece is used by mineralogists to measure crystal angles. Made ...

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1880s American Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Antique Bausch & Lomb Brass Microscope
Antique Bausch & Lomb Brass Microscope

Antique Bausch & Lomb Brass Microscope

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H 17.5 in W 9 in D 18 in

Antique Bausch & Lomb Brass Microscope

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Bausch & Lomb microscope with original box of lenses. Nine extra sets of lenses are in brass containers in the original box, This solid brass microscope is in amazing condition consi...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Victorian Brass Microscope, c. Late 19th Century England
Victorian Brass Microscope, c. Late 19th Century England

Victorian Brass Microscope, c. Late 19th Century England

Located in Queens, NY

Nineteenth century Victorian brass microscope in wood case.

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Jones Improved Brass Microscope
Jones Improved Brass Microscope

Jones Improved Brass Microscope

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A good example of a Jones improved microscope in it's original mahogany case and an almost complete set of accessories, although not signed this is an identical model to ones that are.

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19th Century British Antique Brass Microscopes

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Mahogany

Antique Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope
Antique Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope

Antique Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope

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H 15 in W 8.5 in D 7.13 in

Antique Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in San Mateo, CA

Brass Bausch and Lomb microscope. This has a patent date of February 16, 1897.

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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Early 19th Century Abrahams of Bath Culpepper Brass Microscope
Early 19th Century Abrahams of Bath Culpepper Brass Microscope

Early 19th Century Abrahams of Bath Culpepper Brass Microscope

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

An early 19th century brass culpepper type microscope by Abrahams of Bath in the original mahogany case.

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Early 19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Antique Compound Microscope, English, Instrument, Negretti & Zambra, Victorian
Antique Compound Microscope, English, Instrument, Negretti & Zambra, Victorian

Antique Compound Microscope, English, Instrument, Negretti & Zambra, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique compound microscope. An English, brass instrument within a mahogany case by Negretti & Zambra, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

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Late 19th Century British Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

German Brass and Black Lacquered Microscope Height of Microscope

German Brass and Black Lacquered Microscope Height of Microscope

Located in Buchanan, MI

A German brass and black lacquered microscope height of microscope 11 1/2 inches.

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19th Century German Antique Brass Microscopes

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Iron

Ernst Leitz Brass Laboratory Microscope
Ernst Leitz Brass Laboratory Microscope

Ernst Leitz Brass Laboratory Microscope

Located in Culver City, CA

Solid brass scope

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19th Century German Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Screw Barrel Microscope
Screw Barrel Microscope

Screw Barrel Microscope

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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in

Screw Barrel Microscope

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A fine and rare early 18th century Wilson type screw barrel microscope with five original numbered objectives and two lieberkuhns in turned brass cases.

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Mid-18th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Compound microscope
Compound microscope

Compound microscope

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A fine example of an early 18th century brass compound microscope in superb condition retaining it's original lacquer and in the fitted mahogany case.

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19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

Antique Monocular Microscope, English Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian
Antique Monocular Microscope, English Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian

Antique Monocular Microscope, English Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique cased monocular microscope. An English brass scientific instrument, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Culpeper Compound Microscope
Culpeper Compound Microscope

Culpeper Compound Microscope

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H 17.5 in W 7.75 in D 7.5 in

Culpeper Compound Microscope

Located in New Orleans, LA

Compound Monocular Microscope Edmund Culpeper Circa 1730 This extraordinary early 18th-century microscope is a museum-worthy example of scientific innovation and craftsmanship made ...

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18th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Early Microscope Bullseye Lens
Early Microscope Bullseye Lens

Early Microscope Bullseye Lens

Located in Culver City, CA

Microscope Bullseye Lens on original brass stand.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Fine microscope by Steward
Fine microscope by Steward

Fine microscope by Steward

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H 24 in W 12 in D 9 in

Fine microscope by Steward

By steward

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A superb example of a binocular microscope in great condition and a complete set of accessoires in the original mahogany case. This wonderful microscope was almost certainly made by ...

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19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Brass and Wooden Microscope Culpeper Model, circa 1770-1790
Brass and Wooden Microscope Culpeper Model, circa 1770-1790

Brass and Wooden Microscope Culpeper Model, circa 1770-1790

Located in Milan, IT

Antique brass and wooden microscope Culpeper model, circa 1770-1790.

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1780s Antique Brass Microscopes

Antique English Brass Monocular Microscope Signed R&J Beck London, 1890-1900
Antique English Brass Monocular Microscope Signed R&J Beck London, 1890-1900

Antique English Brass Monocular Microscope Signed R&J Beck London, 1890-1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English brass monocular microscope in original case signed R & J Beck London, circa 1890-1900.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Regency Period William Harris Culpeper Microscope
Regency Period William Harris Culpeper Microscope

Regency Period William Harris Culpeper Microscope

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H 15.95 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Regency Period William Harris Culpeper Microscope

By William Harris

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A Regency period brass Culpeper design microscope by William Harris, London.

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Powell And Lealand Number 3 Monocular Microscope
Powell And Lealand Number 3 Monocular Microscope

Powell And Lealand Number 3 Monocular Microscope

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H 19.02 in W 9.01 in D 9.01 in

Powell And Lealand Number 3 Monocular Microscope

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A good example of a Number 3 model microscope retailed by Carpenter and Westley, London in the original fine quality mahogany case.

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19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Good Example of a Culpepper Type Microscope
Good Example of a Culpepper Type Microscope

Good Example of a Culpepper Type Microscope

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

An early 19th century brass culpepper design microscope with original lacquer and retaining an almost complete set of accessories in the fitted drawer, contained in the tapering maho...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

Antique Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena
Antique Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena

Antique Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique laboratory microscope. A German, brass and enamelled metal scientific instrument by Carl Zeiss Jena, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Antique German "Hofeptiker Spindler Stuttgart" Microscope in Case, Circa 1910
Antique German "Hofeptiker Spindler Stuttgart" Microscope in Case, Circa 1910

Antique German "Hofeptiker Spindler Stuttgart" Microscope in Case, Circa 1910

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique German "Hofeptiker Spindler Stuttgart" Microscope in Fitted Case with optical eyepieces, Circa 1910. Microscope case dimensions: 4.5" H x 13.75" W x 6.38" D. Microscope dim...

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Early 20th Century German Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Fine Example of a Jones Most Improved Microscope by Dolland
Fine Example of a Jones Most Improved Microscope by Dolland

Fine Example of a Jones Most Improved Microscope by Dolland

By Dollond, London

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A Jones most improved compound microscope by Dollond, London. The original fitted mahogany case complete with the set of accessories. The instrument is in superb original condition a...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Antique American "Ernst Gundlach" Field Microscope with Carrying Case circa 1900
Antique American "Ernst Gundlach" Field Microscope with Carrying Case circa 1900

Antique American "Ernst Gundlach" Field Microscope with Carrying Case circa 1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique American field microscope with carrying case signed, "Gundlach Manhattan Optical Co.," circa 1900. Ernst Gunlach was a renowned American microscope maker. A successful optic...

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Early 20th Century North American Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Compound Microscope with Box and Key by Henry Crouch of London, No.4016
Compound Microscope with Box and Key by Henry Crouch of London, No.4016

Compound Microscope with Box and Key by Henry Crouch of London, No.4016

Located in Austin, TX

With fitted box of mahogany with brass hardware and key. Diamond-shaped brass escutcheon reads: W.R.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass, Steel

Collection of Dr. A.F. Dixon's Medical Research Instruments
Collection of Dr. A.F. Dixon's Medical Research Instruments

Collection of Dr. A.F. Dixon's Medical Research Instruments

Located in Austin, TX

Dixon including: A Victorian-era brass monocular microscope with reflection mirror by J.

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19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

Mid-19th-Century French School, Portrait Of A Chemist
Mid-19th-Century French School, Portrait Of A Chemist

Mid-19th-Century French School, Portrait Of A Chemist

Located in Cheltenham, GB

The objects depicted are unusually specific. On the table rests a brass compound microscope of mid-century type, with twin pillars, simple stage, and interchangeable lenses, suited t...

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1850s French School Antique Brass Microscopes

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Canvas, Oil

19th C. E. Leitz Wetzlar Solid Brass Microscope and Traveling Case, c.1892
19th C. E. Leitz Wetzlar Solid Brass Microscope and Traveling Case, c.1892

19th C. E. Leitz Wetzlar Solid Brass Microscope and Traveling Case, c.1892

By E. Leitz

Located in San Francisco, CA

About An original Victorian era solid brass microscope and traveling case. The microscope functions properly and smoothly raises up and down over the solid bronze stage.

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19th Century German Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass, Bronze

Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope Early 20th Century
Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope Early 20th Century

Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope Early 20th Century

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in San Mateo, CA

Brass Bausch and Lomb microscope. This has a patent date of February 16, 1897.

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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass, Iron

Early 20th Century Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope
Early 20th Century Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope

Early 20th Century Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in San Mateo, CA

Brass and iron Bausch and Lomb microscope. This has a patent date of February 16, 1897.

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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass, Iron

Early 20th Century Brass Microscope by Bausch and Lomb
Early 20th Century Brass Microscope by Bausch and Lomb

Early 20th Century Brass Microscope by Bausch and Lomb

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in San Mateo, CA

Brass and iron Bausch and Lomb microscope. This microscope has two objectives.

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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass

Antique Bausch and Lomb Brass and Iron Microscope
Antique Bausch and Lomb Brass and Iron Microscope

Antique Bausch and Lomb Brass and Iron Microscope

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in San Mateo, CA

Brass Bausch and Lomb microscope. This microscope has two objectives.

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1910s American Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian
Antique Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian

Antique Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique scholar's microscope. An English, brass and enamelled metal scientific instrument by Henry Crouch, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass

Bausch and Lomb Antique Brass and Iron Microscope
Bausch and Lomb Antique Brass and Iron Microscope

Bausch and Lomb Antique Brass and Iron Microscope

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H 12.25 in W 7.25 in D 5.63 in

Bausch and Lomb Antique Brass and Iron Microscope

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in San Mateo, CA

Brass Bausch and Lomb microscope. There is a patent date of Jan. 5, 1915 on this.

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1910s American Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass, Iron

Antique Bausch & Lomb NYC Hospital Brass Monocular Microscope & Case
Antique Bausch & Lomb NYC Hospital Brass Monocular Microscope & Case

Antique Bausch & Lomb NYC Hospital Brass Monocular Microscope & Case

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 19th to early 20th century heavy brass monocular optical Bausch & Lomb microscope with lenses by Spencer Lens Co, Officine Galileo and Olympus Japan.

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Late 19th Century Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Antique Cased Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass Scientific Instrument, C.1920
Antique Cased Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass Scientific Instrument, C.1920

Antique Cased Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass Scientific Instrument, C.1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique cased scholar's microscope. An English, brass scientific instrument, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Koristka Milan Microscope Made of Black Painted Brass, Early 1900s
Koristka Milan Microscope Made of Black Painted Brass, Early 1900s

Koristka Milan Microscope Made of Black Painted Brass, Early 1900s

Located in Milan, IT

Optical microscope made of black painted brass with three magnification turret, signed F.

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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Bausch and Lomb Petrographic Microscope
Bausch and Lomb Petrographic Microscope

Bausch and Lomb Petrographic Microscope

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H 14.25 in W 8.25 in D 6.25 in

Bausch and Lomb Petrographic Microscope

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in San Mateo, CA

Bausch and Lomb polarizing petrographic microscope. This microscope has three objectives and a rotating stage. The dimensions listed are for the box. The microscope is 4.25 inches de...

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1910s American Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass, Iron

Antique English Brass Field Microscope in Original Case, circa 1890-1900
Antique English Brass Field Microscope in Original Case, circa 1890-1900

Antique English Brass Field Microscope in Original Case, circa 1890-1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Rare antique English brass field microscope in original case, circa 1890-1900.

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Early 19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

19th century French G.Oberhaueser Brass Achromatic Microscope in its wooden Boxe
19th century French G.Oberhaueser Brass Achromatic Microscope in its wooden Boxe

19th century French G.Oberhaueser Brass Achromatic Microscope in its wooden Boxe

Located in LEGNY, FR

A variable-magnification achromatic microscope from the 1850s (19th century) made of brass, presented in its original wooden boxe with key.

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19th Century French Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Microscope by W. F. Archer of Liverpool
Microscope by W. F. Archer of Liverpool

Microscope by W. F. Archer of Liverpool

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H 15.5 in W 8.75 in D 6.75 in

Microscope by W. F. Archer of Liverpool

Located in London, GB

A cased brass monocular microscope, the foot marked W. F.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass

A monocular microscope with wooden box, France 1800.
A monocular microscope with wooden box, France 1800.

A monocular microscope with wooden box, France 1800.

Located in Milan, IT

A 19th Century lacquered-brass compund monocular microscope, with draw-tube focusing.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass

Antique Student's Field Microscope, English, Scientific Interest, Edwardian
Antique Student's Field Microscope, English, Scientific Interest, Edwardian

Antique Student's Field Microscope, English, Scientific Interest, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique student's field microscope. An English, brass scientific instrument in carry case, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Brass Microscopes

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Brass

Early 20th Century Bausch and Lomb Jug Handle Microscope
Early 20th Century Bausch and Lomb Jug Handle Microscope

Early 20th Century Bausch and Lomb Jug Handle Microscope

By Bausch & Lomb

Located in San Mateo, CA

Bausch and Lomb jug handle microscope. This microscope has three objectives. The microscope is 4.25 inches deep, 7 inches wide and 13 inches tall.

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1910s American Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass, Iron

Universal Microscope by R & J Beck of London, 1867.
Universal Microscope by R & J Beck of London, 1867.

Universal Microscope by R & J Beck of London, 1867.

Located in London, GB

Circular base marked: UNIVERSAL MICROSCOPE - R & J BECK LONDON In original fitted case with brass handle.

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, J Swift, Victorian
Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, J Swift, Victorian

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, J Swift, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique cased microscope. An English, enamelled metal and brass scientific instrument by J.

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Watson of London, 1920
Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Watson of London, 1920

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Watson of London, 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique cased microscope. An English, enamelled metal and brass scientific instrument by W.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel

Vintage Microscope by Ernst Leitz with Original Box, Germany, circa 1915
Vintage Microscope by Ernst Leitz with Original Box, Germany, circa 1915

Vintage Microscope by Ernst Leitz with Original Box, Germany, circa 1915

By Ernst Leitz Wetzlar

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A German brass monocular microscope with its original oak case and with two extra lenses.

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1910s German Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Microscope Slide Cabinet, 12 Drawers, 72 Slides
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Microscope Slide Cabinet, 12 Drawers, 72 Slides

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Microscope Slide Cabinet, 12 Drawers, 72 Slides

Located in Haarlem, NL

Cute little square English Victorian mahogany 12 slide cabinet with 72 microscope slides. With brass carrying handle, closes with original key and lock on the right side of the box.

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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Velvet, Glass, Mahogany

19th Century Brass Microscope
19th Century Brass Microscope

19th Century Brass Microscope

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H 12.25 in W 5.5 in D 7 in

19th Century Brass Microscope

By Ernst Leitz Wetzlar

Located in Hudson, NY

19th C. Brass Microscope

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Late 19th Century American Antique Brass Microscopes

Materials

Brass

Late 19th century Microscope
Late 19th century Microscope

Late 19th century Microscope

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H 11.5 in W 4 in D 4 in

Late 19th century Microscope

Located in San Francisco, CA

Stout little microscope. A great little objet decoratif.

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The Age of Discovery (or the Age of Exploration) refers to a period during the 15th to 18th centuries that saw Europeans taking to the high seas to explore, trade and conquer various regions of the world. What we know about geography, the advancement of sea vessels and the development of scientific instruments all broadened significantly during this time.

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Questions About Antique Brass Microscopes

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    Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
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