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Nuremburg Type Microscope

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Nuremburg Type Microscope

Category

Science and Technology

Classification

CHENHALL - Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Optical T&E - Microscope

Object Origin
Date Built:

c. 1780

Physical Characteristics

Object Description: Wooden microscope with a light green cylindrical eyepiece tube. Three (3) legs support the eyepiece tube and connect to a circular wooden base. A circular lens sits on the base, between the support legs. The base rests on three (3) small feet.

Materials:

wood

glass

Measurements: Object:
    Height: 12.75 in, Diameter: 4.625 in
    Weight: 0.8 lbs

Credit

Museum Purchase, 33.92

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Nuremburg Type Microscope

About: Nuremburg Type Microscope

About: Nuremburg Type Microscope

This Nuremberg microscope, made in late 18th-century Nuremberg, Germany, was an early optical instrument with a simple design. It featured a wooden structure with a light green cylindrical eyepiece tube supported by three legs, connected to a circular wooden base with a lens between the legs. The base rested on three small feet for stability. This early microscope played a significant role in the development of microscopy and laid the groundwork for more advanced instruments.

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