Vintage C1860 " Smith Beck & Beck Universal 3590 " Microscope 11




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Reference Number: Avaluer:3691681EAN: Does not apply
Original Description:
This fabulous brass microscope by "Smith Beck & Beck" of London is their "Universal" model.There are no cracks or chips to the brass body or base that I can find. The microscope has retained much of its' lacquer and black japanned finish, however, there are the usual wear and use marks mainly to the base and stage, that you expect from a well used item of this age.The drawertube mechanism moves up and down smoothly.The microscope pivots sideways as it should and and the screw on to of... the pillar holds it in place when tightened.The articulated condenser on the side of the satge is present is present and works fine. The stage has its' double spring.There is one one objective and one eypiece. There are no cracks or chips to the double sided mirror, but there is spotting.The back is marked "Smith Beck & Beck, London" and "Universal Microscope".There is a prism set into a cork in the central tube of the stage.The microscope measures approximately, 29 cm (11 1/2 inches) tall. Vintage ~ c1860 ~ "Smith Beck & Beck" "Universal" "3590" Microscope #11







Vintage ~ c1860 ~ "Smith Beck & Beck" "Universal" "3590" Microscope #11 Click images to enlarge Description Please note this is on the UK site and listed in GB pounds.~ Vintage ~
"Beck Smith"
"Universal"
 MicroscopeThis fabulous brass microscope by "Smith Beck & Beck" of London is their "Universal" model.

There are no cracks or chips to the brass body or base that I can find. The microscope has retained much of its' lacquer and black japanned finish, however, there are the usual wear and use marks mainly to the base and stage, that you expect from a well used item of this age.

The drawertube mechanism moves up and down smoothly.
The microscope pivots sideways as it should and and the screw on to of the pillar holds it in place when tightened.
The articulated condenser on the side of the satge is present is present and works fine. The stage has its' double spring.
There is one one objective and one eypiece. 
There are no cracks or chips to the double sided mirror, but there is spotting.
The back is marked "Smith Beck & Beck, London" and "Universal Microscope".
There is a prism set into a cork in the central tube of the stage.

The microscope measures approximately, 29 cm (11 1/2 inches) tall.We take great care to describe our items clearly and honestly as possible, including any faults or flaws that we may see. The photographs form part of the description. Please do take a little time to look at them. They may be enlarged for close-up detail. We are not experts on any of the items, so please be sure to ask any questions you may have before the end of the auction.Be sure to add me to your favourites list!Thank you for looking at this item.Please take some time to view our other items! - We can arrange to send goods together to reduce postage costs.All of our items open with no reserve and start with a reasonable price. Good Luck& Happy Bidding! Payment Paypal is our preferred payment method.

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