18th century compass microscope in laquered brass with articulated specimen forceps and pin, screw-barrel type simple microscope lens, missing handle (a turned ebony, rosewood or lignum vitae handle would be a suitable replacement), 9cm long; with two compound microscope stage forceps, 19th century, longest 13.2cm, and a forceps/specimen holder from a simple pcket botanic microscope (4)
Sold for £347
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18th century compass microscope in laquered brass with articulated specimen forceps and pin, screw-barrel type simple microscope lens, missing handle (a turned ebony, rosewood or lignum vitae handle would be a suitable replacement), 9cm long; with two compound microscope stage forceps, 19th century, longest 13.2cm, and a forceps/specimen holder from a simple pcket botanic microscope (4)
Auction: The Collectors Sale, 27th Jan, 2022