Clean and odorless from nonsmoking environment. Very Good condition for original case - only the exterior shows age wear. Condition: Top condition for age and use for microscope. Questions? Please send us a message, and we will promptly reply. A gift to celebrate a science loving student or teacher, as well as a person graduating in biology, medicine, or another microscope-necessary field. Perfect for collectors of scientific instruments. Dimensions: Scope: 11.25” Tall (without tube) x 5” Wide x 7” Deep Mirror: 2” Diameter Slide Rest: 4.5” Square Case: 8.25” Tall x 13.25” Wide x 7” Deep Weight: 15 lbs. Leitz microscopes were first to include a variety of technical improvements that increased their quality, reputation and popularity by the late 19th century, the company was known and respected worldwide. Mechanical engineer Ernst Leitz began work at the Kellner Institute in Wetlzar, Germany in 1864 in five years, Leitz controlled the firm and renamed it after himself. Inside are two wooden boxes with sliding lids the larger box is removable.
#Ernst leitz wetzlar microscope c. 1927 iob serial number
Hallmarks including Ernst Leitz Wetzlar and the serial number are on the front of the microscope the serial number is also on the case door, revealing that the wooden case was specifically designed for this particular microscope.
The microscope is made of brass and silver metals, and the lacquered black base is in the shape of a horse shoe. This scientific instrument comes with its original case the lenses can be stored in their respective canisters. Original case also has the same serial number on its door. Serial number, 252928, indicates the microscope was created in 1927.
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