Lot 16: Vintage Monocular Compound Microscope with Integrated Illumination in Fitted Wooden Case
A mid-20th-century monocular compound microscope, in the style of instruments produced by Spencer Buffalo, presented in a fitted wooden carrying case. The microscope is constructed with a black enamelled metal frame, featuring a curved arm and a stable horseshoe-shaped base. It is equipped with both coarse and fine focus adjustments via knurled bright metal knobs. The instrument includes a rotating nosepiece fitted with multiple objective lenses and a single eyepiece. An electrical illumination unit is attached below the stage, complete with its original power cable. The microscope is housed in a dark-stained mahogany carrying case with brass hinges, wooden interior supports, and a top handle. An identification label is fixed to the interior of the door, although the text is not clearly legible in the provided images.
Condition report:
The microscope appears to be in good cosmetic condition with minor wear and scuffing to the black enamel finish. The wooden case shows signs of age and use, including surface scratches, scuffs, and some wear to the finish around the front latch. Mechanical movements and optical clarity have not been tested. The electrical cable is aged and must be professionally safety tested prior to any use.
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