10-31-201510-31-2015
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
October 31, 2015 10:00 AMCalender
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Nuremberg Culpeper-type Microscope

Sell one like this
$1,476$1,200
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2857MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: October 31, 2015 10:00AM

Description:

Nuremberg Culpeper-type Microscope, mid-19th century, branded ICR in a circle on the underside, with diced paper-covered tube supported by three turned and stained splayed pillars, single-draw focusing, turned eyepiece with threaded dust-cap, circular base with reflector on compass joint, on three turned feet, ht. closed 13 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

lacking spring stage


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