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Vintage Ernst Leitz Microscope, German, Dialux, Scientific Instrument, C.1960

Vintage Ernst Leitz Microscope, German, Dialux, Scientific Instrument, C.1960

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Our Stock # 18.7419

This is a vintage Ernst Leitz Microscope. A German, enamel coated alloy Dialux scientific instrument, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.

  • Built to a standard not seen in the modern era and with myriad accessories
  • Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order - objectives untested
  • Finished in a quality black enamel over an alloy body
  • Mahogany carry case with carry handle arranged with accessory slots to the interior
  • Case door dressed with an inset, working lock - original Leitz key present
  • The trinocular head offers 1.25 magnification and marked 'Ernst Leitz, GmbH, Wetzlar - Germany'
  • Above the slide stage, the trio of objectives display a quality machined finish, as do the vernier controls
  • To the sinuous swan neck, the Leitz logo sits above the serial number 513724
  • Single circular lamp housing port to the base dates the piece to slightly before 1960
  • Offering a comprehensive set of 17 individual optics, by Leitz, Vickers and Beck
  • Four additional attachments a hallmark of this epoch making modular microscope
  • Further accessories including a glass cell counting slide in a case and safely wrapped glass filters
  • Supplied with two comprehensive operating manuals in fine condition for age
  • Fully fitted box interior with a useful magnification table to the reverse of the case door

This is a superb vintage Leitz microscope. Of wonderful appeal to those of a scientific interest with its vast array of detail and additional pieces, the aesthetic appeal of the whole ensemble presents a fascinating opportunity for collectors of precision engineering, institutions or simply to display proudly in the home. Delivered polished and ready to delight.

Dimensions:
Box Width: 28.5cm (11.25'')
Box Depth: 33.5cm (13.25'')
Box Height: 51.5cm (20.25'')

Microscope Width: 20cm (7.75'')
Microscope Depth: 29.5cm (11.5'')
Microscope Height: 41cm (16.25'')


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