Cuff type (scroll foot) microscope by James Mann, c. 1755

Made:: 1750-1760 in London

maker:: James Mann

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Compound brass microscope by James Mann
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Compound brass microscope by James Mann, in fitted mahogany case (corner damaged) with key, London, England, c. 1755

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Category:: Microscopes

Object Number:: 1918-10

Materials:: wood, mahogany, copper alloy, glass, textile, iron and mica

Measurements:: overall (assembled): 470 mm x 305 mm x 160 mm, , 2.695kg

type:: microscopes and compound microscopes

credit:: Court, Thomas Henry

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Cuff type (scroll foot) microscope by James Mann, c. 1755

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