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A Universal Microscope unsigned but attributed to Benjamin Martin (1704-1784) London circa 1770 made of lacquered brass, folding tripod, concave-mirror in a gimbal (gimbal with old repair), stage, fine focus mechanism. Condition: seems almost perfect. The dark color of the brass lacquer and the darkened brass parts (feet) seem unusual compared to other Benjamin Martin microscopes, so it could be that the lacquer was renewed circa 1900. Height c. 33,5 cm. Provenance: German private collection since circa 2005, then Austrian private collection. Read More...

19 Mar

Spectroscope

By Victor Burness

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It has a mechanical focusing mechanism and shows a clear, bright spectrum. Read More...

17 Mar

T. Harris & Son, a Culpeper type Microscope

By WissenschaftlichesKabinet

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Offered as a part of a small Austrian microscope Collection: Thomas Harris & Son (London 1806-1846, see Webster Instrument Database), A Culpeper type Microscope, London, dated on bottom 1809. lacquered brass, signed “T. Harris & Son London.” and engraved on bottom “T. Harris & Son London 1809” in original wood case with drawer including some bone slides. Dimensions: Height of Case with brass handle: 35 cm, table height 7,5 cm Shipping: International economy shipping with Fedex Read More...

13 Mar

Bench barometer by Negretti & Zambra

By Hatchwell Antiques

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A freestanding station/bench barometer by Negretti and Zambra of London. Circa 1950. Read More...

11 Mar

Early Dental Hygienic set, C 1780

By Van Leest Antiques

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An early hygienic set in case dated 1780 in a shagreen case. The set consist of a metal handle with five scrapers and one toothpick. Measurements box 9 x 3,5 x 1,5 cm. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

10 Mar

A Set of Circular Coloured Glass Samples for Spectacle Manufacture

By Fletcher

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A set of 28 mainly coloured circular glass samples probably used for clients to choose lenses for sunglasses. In original case and made by Theodore Hamblin Ltd. Dispensing Opticians. Read More...

05 Mar

Cubic foot standard measure

By Hatchwell Antiques

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A sand and ballast measure by De Grave Short & Co Ltd of London. Circa 1940.Measures one, three-quarters, and half cubic foot.Made for Monmouthshire County Council.Portcullis mark dated 1940.Height: 32 cm | 12.5 inWidth: 38 cm | 15 inDepth: 34 cm | 13.5 in Read More...

29 Feb

Dolland transit instrument

By Hatchwell Antiques

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A portable transit instrument by Dollond of London. Circa 1775. 2 inch objective lens. With original fitted case with accessories. Case dimensions below. For a similar instrument see The Science Museum, London. Object number 1939-390. Height: 20.5 cm | 8 in.Width: 88 cm | 34. 5 in.Depth: 43 cm | 17 in. [email protected] +44 (0) 2073512344 Read More...

28 Feb

Monaural stethoscope

By Hatchwell Antiques

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A mid 19th century ebony monaural stethoscope, circa 1850. The monaural stethoscope was invented in 1816 by René Laennec (1781-1826). Height: 17.5 cm. Diameter: 5.5 cm. Read More...

27 Feb

Barocyclonometer

By Hatchwell Antiques

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A rare barocyclonometer by Henry Hughes & Son of London. Circa 1920. Two silvered 7 inches dials mounted on an oval backboard, the left dial is the Northern hemisphere counterclockwise Cyclonometer, the glass opens giving access to the 2 hands. The right hand dial the barometer and thermometer. A barocyclonometer is a form of aneroid barometer used in conjunction with a dial having adjustable arrows to determine the location and movement of a tropical cyclone. Invented by Meteorologist José María. José María Read More...

27 Feb

Concept model of an early satellite

By Hatchwell Antiques

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A cased model of a Hawker Siddeley Dynamics satellite concept, relating to the ELDO Europa rocket, circa 1966. The model is accompanied by a Royal Aircraft Establishment book from the Space department: ELDO – PAS TEST SATELLITE CONFIGURATION STUDY OCTOBER 1966 REF: RAE/SPA/L5/JGW Height of model on stand: 39 cm. (Dimensions of case, Height: 44 cm. Width: 25 cm. Depth: 25 cm.). See the collection of the Science Museum, London for similar models: Models of early astronomy satellite designs. Object Number:1974-311. Read More...

22 Feb

Decca Navigator Mk 12 Display with Decca sea charts – England

By Archipel

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The Decca system was an American invention but developed in England in WOII and put into use just before D-day in 1944. After the war it was implemented around the UK and in many other coastal waters among which in Australia, Canada and the Red Sea. The system has become obsolete since the introduction of GPS. It was shut down around 2000. This instrument is sold together with 10 Decca charts around the UK and Ireland. Date: ca. 1960HWL: 35x43x30 cm Read More...