Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
F.L. West Cased "Society of Arts" Monocular Microscope, London, c. 1860, lacquered brass instrument with rack-and-pinion course and fine focusing, mechanical stage, plano/convex mirror, multiple eyepieces and objective lenses with brass cases engraved F.L. West Optician 31 Cockspur St. Charing Cross, V-shaped base also engraved F.L. West 31 Cockspur St. London, all in a fitted mahogany case with lower drawer containing glass slides, box ht. 12 in.
Estimate $300-500
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LondonJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
From early timekeeping devices to precision regulators, the Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments department covers centuries of invention and function with trusted appraisals and world-competitive auctions.