Two W Watson & Sons Brass monocular microscopes to include: a Fram 8911 and a Praxis with two objective lenses of 2/3 inches and 1/6 inches; together with a Baker microscope with nosepiece for two objectives, only one 1/4 inch present; and an 1897 E. Leitz Wetzlar microscope nosepiece for three objectives, none present
(4)
Dimensions: the largest 38cm high, the smallest 30 cm high
Sold for £60
Estimated at £50 - £100
Two W Watson & Sons Brass monocular microscopes to include: a Fram 8911 and a Praxis with two objective lenses of 2/3 inches and 1/6 inches; together with a Baker microscope with nosepiece for two objectives, only one 1/4 inch present; and an 1897 E. Leitz Wetzlar microscope nosepiece for three objectives, none present
(4)
Dimensions: the largest 38cm high, the smallest 30 cm high
Offered without cases or additional lenses. Some scratching to the brass work and to the lacquered feet. E. Leitz Wetzlar turret adjuster is no longer working.
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Auction: The Interiors Sale, 4th Sep, 2023