A Large No.2 Model Microscope By A. Ross

English, c.1850, (date 1854 on objective), signed in script to the rear of the foot 'A. Rofs London 605' microscope on a 'Y' shaped base with tall uprights supporting the body on trunnions, plano-concave mirror in a gimbal, mechanical stage with X-Y control via rack and screw, course focussing acting on triangular bar, bar limb incorporating fine focus, case contains; a 1in objective and can engraved 'Ross London', a 1/4in objective and can engraved 'Ross London', a 1/8in objective and can engraved 'Ross London', a low power eyepiece, a medium power eyepiece, a side reflector, stage forceps, a live box. in mahogany case with double doors key & Lock, case height 32cm