Nicol prism polariser
Rectangular Nicol prism, one of six (double cemented composite crystal of Iceland spar - calcite) in cork mount, unsigned, supplied by James Swift and Son Limited, London, England, 1900-1936. For use as a polarizer lens in a microscope.
- Measurements:
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overall: 41 mm 38 mm, .042kg
- Object Number:
- 1936-177/1
- type:
- polarizer and nicol prism
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- The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum