W. Watson Microscope lamp

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Microscope lamp, made by W. Watson & Sons, 1845-1855.

W. Watson & Sons Limited were an optical instrument maker, based in London, England.

Details

Category:
Scientific Instruments & Research
Object Number:
Y1997.6.20
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy), glass and metal (unknown)
Measurements:
overall: 280 mm 147 mm,
type:
microscope lamp
credit:
Gift of Manchester Literary & Philosophical Society

Parts

Box for Microscope Lamp

Box for microscope lamp, made by W. Watson & Sons, 1850.

W. Watson & Sons Limited were an optical instrument maker, based in London, England.

Measurements:
case: 310 mm x 157 mm x 156 mm,
Materials:
wood (unidentified) , glass and metal (unknown)
Object Number:
Y1997.6.20.1
type:
microscope lamp
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The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum