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

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

£1,195.00
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Our Stock # 18.9313

This is an antique cased microscope. An English, black enamel scientific instrument by J. Swift & Son of London, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

  • Nicely presented and appealing scientific instrument, ideal for display
  • Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order
  • Enamelled metal body in striking black, with highly contrasting polished brass
  • Mahogany carry box shows rich caramel hues and benefits from a working lock — key present
  • Extendable eyepiece tube with a rack and pinion main focus guide
  • Slide stage dressed with a pair of rotary clips and annotated with a grid scale
  • Single objective mounted to the scope with a pair of accessory lenses within the box
  • Bright mirror beneath the slide holder, mounted on a rotating arm
  • Maker's mark in crisp white paint for J. Swift & Son, London
  • The scope fits neatly within the carry case with segmented compartments for further accessories
  • Matched J. Swift lenses present in striking golden casings
  • Trio of glass slides and a box of later Rotring ink wells included

This is a superb antique cased microscope with high decorative appeal, and of fascination for those with an interest in scientific instruments. Ideal for the study or desk, delivered polished and ready for display.

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 Height: 27.5cm (10.75'')
Microscope Raised Height: 34cm (13.5'') 


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