Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
J. Howie Disassembled Binocular Compound Microscope, 76 Nethergate, Dundee, Scotland, 19th century, binocular tubes with horizontal focusing, three-piece objective lens turret, large square stage with X-Y adjustments, condenser lens, base with rack-and-pinion adjustment knobs, marked J. Howie Nethergate Dundee, all on a tripod base with trunion joint, ht. 23 in.
Estimate $200-400
stage not attached to stem
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ScotlandJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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