Germany / 1921
Microscope
The Smithsonian catalogs Microscope as microscope in its Science & Scientific Instruments records.
Stereo dissecting microscope that, with prisms in each side, gives an erect image of objects on the large glass stage. The inscription on the eyepiece reads “E. LEITZ / WETZLAR / 202329.” The serial number indicates a date of 1921. The wooden box holds extra lenses. There is also a Smithsonian property tag.
A CLOSER LOOK
The Smithsonian lists the object under Science & Scientific Instruments and dates it 1921.
Stereo dissecting microscope that, with prisms in each side, gives an erect image of objects on the large glass stage. The inscription on the eyepiece reads “E. LEITZ / WETZLAR / 202329.” The serial number indicates a date of 1921. The wooden box holds extra lenses. There is also a Smithsonian property tag.
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