Vintage telescopic pocket microscope 40×–60× with case
€195,00 EUR
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Compact vintage pen-style pocket microscope with a telescopic tube, 40×, 50× and 60× magnification markings, and a brown carrying case. Its slim black body, metal details and pocket clip give this optical instrument a distinctive appearance. An interesting piece for collectors of historical optics and precision mechanical instruments.
DESIGN AND DETAILS
• Telescopic model with a linear scale marked 40X, 50X and 60X.
• Black body with a sliding metal tube and pocket clip.
• Angled opening at one end with visible metal and a lens, as shown in the close-up photographs.
• Includes the brown case shown in the photographs.
• Dimensions supplied by the seller: approximately 16 × 3.5 × 3.5 cm.
• Weight supplied by the seller: 73 grams.
ATTRIBUTION AND DATING
According to the seller, this design may be attributed to Petitpierre, with a possible distribution connection to Fisher Scientific or Pike. This example is unmarked according to the seller. The manufacturer, Vario-Focus model name, licensing and distributor have not been independently verified. It is therefore offered as an unmarked pocket microscope, not as a guaranteed branded instrument.
Estimated date according to the seller: circa 1930–1950, spanning the interwar years and the early post-war period. This dating has not been independently verified. The seller describes the internal components as brass and the black finish as wrinkle paint; the exact materials have not been independently established.
CONDITION AND OPERATION
Tested by the seller, who reports clear lenses. Operation and the stated magnifications have not been independently verified. The photographs show signs of use on the body, metal parts and case. Please examine all six photographs for the visible condition and included components.
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Vintage telescopic pocket microscope 40×–60× with case
€195,00 EUR