A microscope condenser in a case; the condenser (a) is round and somewhat conical consisting of a ring with a lens like centre; there are two screws on the ring that adjust the position of the lens; there is also a black metal piece which is cylindrical and has a ring at the end with notches that a…
A microscope condenser in a case; the condenser (a) is round and somewhat conical consisting of a ring with a lens like centre; there are two screws on the ring that adjust the position of the lens; there is also a black metal piece which is cylindrical and has a ring at the end with notches that appear to be for gripping; the object most likely attaches onto the microscope and is turned to adjust the condenser; the case is probably made of wood, but is coated in black leather and has a blue fabric lining inside with holes for the two pieces.
Number Of Parts
3
Part Names
a - condenser - Size: Depth 3.6 cm x Diam. 4.9 cm
b - metal device - Size: Length 3.2 cm x Diam. 1.8 cm
c - case - Size: Depth 8.6 cm x Width 8.6 cm x Depth 7.1 cm
Provenance
Belonged to the donor's father who worked as a ship's medical officer during the Second World War.
The logo on the condenser and case match the logo on Spencer products from the 1930s.
Material
metal: silver; black
leather: black
fabric: blue
Inscriptions
"SPENCER // BUFFALO // USA" on the top of the case and the bottom of the condenser; "1.15 TO 1.25 SL. TH." engraved on the lens
Permanent Location
Storage Room 0010
0010-F8-1
Condition Remarks
Like new
Reference Types
Internet
Reference Comments
Internet: ars machina.com: "antique scientific instruments and collectibles"
Research Facts
Dr. Prouse served as a ship's medical officer during the second world war rising the rank of Surgeon-Captain; after the war he became an anesthesiologist feeling that he did not have sufficient control over his hands after suffering from rheumatic fever.