Germany: Hesse, Wetzlar / early 20th century
Microscope
The Smithsonian catalogs Microscope as microscope in its Science & Scientific Instruments records.
This is a simple dissecting microscope with rack-and-pinion, moveable lens carrier, large glass stage, sub-stage mirror, and wooden case. The inscription reads “E. Leitz Wetzlar / New - York / 411. W. 59. Str.”
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The Smithsonian lists the object under Science & Scientific Instruments and dates it early 20th century.
This is a simple dissecting microscope with rack-and-pinion, moveable lens carrier, large glass stage, sub-stage mirror, and wooden case. The inscription reads “E. Leitz Wetzlar / New - York / 411. W. 59. Str.”
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