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05 Oct

GLOBE COMPASS

By MikeRead

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SHIPPING BY FEDEX, ROYAL MAIL, ETC. FULLY TRACKED. Contact Email: [email protected] Read More...

04 Oct

Three ashtrays chromed by Sir Edward Elgar (1857-1934) together with microscopy book: Half-Hours with the Microscope by Dr. Lankester;

By Gilgamesh

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The provenance of the ashtrays shown here is attributed to the Elgar family (Tennants, 2016). It was published alongside the 1906 edition of Dr. Lancaster’s book, Half-hours with the Microscope (Lancaster, 1863), one of the popular textbooks for Victorian dilettante microscopists. Elgar, in his later years, can serve as a type model for such an amateur. After moving to Hampstead in 1912, he developed a keen interest in microscopy and was fascinated by all things microscopic, including diatoms and Read More...

04 Oct

SOLD – Large 5 draw telescope – Berge, Late Ramsden. Lt. Col. Sir Howard Douglas.

By Scientific Inspirations

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SOLD – A large hand held 5 draw brass telescope, the first draw engraved, ‘Berge, Late Ramsden, London’. The lens cap is engraved ‘Lieu’t Col’ Sir Howard Douglas Bt 1808′. The telescope measures 10 inches ( 25.5 cm ) when closed and pulls out to 42 inches (107 cm ) and is free of chips, cracks etc. The main lens has a visible aperture of 2 inches ( 5 cm ). Complete with lens cap, eyepiece dust slider and Read More...

04 Oct

SOLD – three draw telescope, Lincoln, London. c 1780.

By Scientific Inspirations

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SOLD – A three draw, mahogany barrelled telescope engraved from the off side ( from the eye piece), ‘Lincoln, London’, and additionally engraved with the initials, ‘H.G.B.H.’ The telescope measures 9.5 inches close and 28.75″ fully open with a flint / crown doublet of just over 1.5 inch. There is a dust slider to the eyepiece. The telescope gives, good, clear images. No splits, cracks or dents – very nice. Contained in leather case. Charles Lincoln worked from 1765 – 1805. Read More...

04 Oct

Optician’s test case with eyeglass lenses, late 19th century,

By Early Science

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Antique optician’s test case with eyeglass lenses, convex and concave lenses, all still present, late 19th century, complete with eyeglasses for measuring, beautiful wooden case with red velvet inlay. Dimensions 21 x 18 x 5 cm. Price ( 145.- )includes registered shipping within the EU, worldwide shipping available upon request. Read More...

04 Oct

The Seed Microscope, ca. 1850

By Gilgamesh

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During the Enlightenment era and the Age of Exploration, science gained popularity among the public, who were becoming more literate and interested in education and knowledge. This growing interest contributed to the development of print culture and the spread of scientific learning. In Britain, organizations such as the Royal Institution were established to promote the introduction and dissemination of useful mechanical inventions and improvements. These organizations also aimed to teach the application of science to everyday life through philosophical Read More...

03 Oct

Silver Lancet Case, Birmingham 1891

By Van Leest Antiques

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An English, bright cut engraving of flowers and foliage, by A H Tongue, hallmarked Birmingham 1891, with two thumb lancets by Maw, London, case 7cm. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

03 Oct

SOLD – six inch gunners caliper by Ramsden.

By Scientific Inspirations

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SOLD – Rare gunners caliper by Jesse Ramsden finely engraved with scales for ‘The Weight of Powder that will Fill the Chamber of Brass Mortars’ and marked out in inches for ‘Mortars’ etc to the left ‘D of Shell’ over ‘Land’, ‘Sea’ on one side, and ‘Brass Guns’ over ‘Proof Service’ and ‘Iron Guns’ over ‘Proof Service’ on the other, hinged from ‘01’ to ‘180’ degrees and from ‘0’ to ’10 Inches’, the latter with engraved hand indicator. Read More...

03 Oct

English 19th century beautiful and rare candle blue silk fan screen light shade by C.W. Dixey”

By Eppursimuove

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English, c. 1873, signed on case: “C.W. Dixey, Optician to the Queen, 3 New Bond Street, London.” A lacquered brass telescopic rod with swivel joint: 77cm full extended; 53 cm closed. 30 cm diameter circular blue silk shade folding to fit on the case. It comes in his original signed case, and with handwritten name of owner and datation: 3 May 1873. Condition is very fine. Used to shield one’s eyes from the direct light from a candle, can shade the microscopist’s eyes from a bright Read More...

02 Oct

UNUSUAL SURVEYORS COMPASS BY TANETTI & AGNEW.

By MikeRead

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SHIPPING BY FEDEX, DHL, PARCEL FORCE, ETC. FULLY TRACKED. Contact Email: [email protected] Read More...

01 Oct

SOLD – Antique No. 2 Wenham Binocular Brass Microscope James Swift, London c1880, Cased

By Arcboutant Scientific

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Brief Summary: Offered for sale we have a rare find – a James Powell Swift No.2 Wenham binocular of good size, with: – Y-shaped foot with bar-limb design– Wenham binocular with mechanical draw-tubes– RMS objective fitment– diagonal-cut coarse focus rack– nose-piece fine focus– mechanical stage with x/y controls to RHS– adapted Swift universal condenser with adjustable optics– large plano-concave reflector with good silvering And overall, just the right time-worn signs and patina for the period. This listing presents to market a collectable Read More...

30 Sep

SOLD – A large and fine library telescope by Gilbert & Co. With provenance.

By Scientific Inspirations

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SOLD – A large 3 inch refracting library telescope, signed on the back collar, ‘Gilbert & Co, London’, circa 1810. The telescope barrel length is 44 inches ( 112 cm ) and the draw tube is an additional 12.5″ ( 32 cm ) in length. The case holds an additional high power draw tube ( 37.5 cm length ), two sun filters ( one for each draw tube ) and a selection of variable powered internal lenses. The telescope is Read More...