Magnifying glass

Magnifying glass

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Magnifying glass, weak lens with copper wire frame, in wooden case with pivoted lid top, European, 19th century

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Category:
Ophthalmology
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A681022
Materials:
glass, copper, wire and cases, wood
Measurements:
length 90 mm
diameter 49 mm
lens: thickness 4 mm
case: width 106 mm
case: width 60 mm
case: depth 12 mm
type:
magnifying glasses