Binocular Compound Microscope

Binocular compound microscope, made by John Benjamin Dancer, Manchester, 1861.

John Benjamin Dancer (1812-1887) was one of Manchester's most important scientific instrument makers. Dancer became well known for the quality of his microscopes and particularly for selling good-quality instruments at a relatively low price. He received several honours which reflected the high quality of his microscopes, including a prize medal at the International Exhibition in London.