Compendium set consisting of hand magnifier

Compendium set consisting of hand magnifier Compendium set consisting of hand magnifier Compendium set consisting of hand magnifier

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Compendium set consisting of hand magnifier, simple microscope, telescope and multiplying glass with prismatic lens, in ivory mount (unsigned); English, c. 1720.

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1918-272
Materials:
ivory, glass and brass (copper, zinc alloy)
Measurements:
overall: x 139 mm x , 35 mm, .075kg
type:
telescope - refracting
credit:
Trustees of the Lee Settled Estates per Mrs. P.D. Lee