Extremely Rare Ernst Leitz Binocular Microscope Brass C. 1890
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:237529 | Period: 1800 to 1900 |
| Type: Microscope | Material: Brass |
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Extremely Rare Ernst Leitz Binocular Microscope Brass c. 1890See my other itemsExtremely Rare early Ernst Leitz Binocular Microscope Brass c. 1890in original fitted large case with carrying handle. The case does have a lock and key. Made in Wetzlar, Germany, Serial Number 53128, brass with brass black base and stand with three lenses... and two-sided substaged mirror, stored in original wooden case with key, complete with three wooden internal storage boxes with sliding lids for storing eyepieces, lenses and accessories. Case has label on top "Ernst Leitz, Berlin N.W., Luisenstr. 45".The Microscope screws apart easily and all of the contents fits easily and snugly back into the box. The mirror works well and swivels easily. The Leitz microscope traces its lineage to a company founded in 1849 in Wetzlar, Germany, the Optical Institute. While telescopes were the original focus of the business, microscopes soon became the primary product. Ernst Leitz was hired as an engineer in 1865 and was running the company by 1869 when he reorganized it as the Optical Institute of Ernst Leitz.
In the first 20 years the company produced 15, 000 microscopes..
The Leitz microscope cosmetically in very good condition. Mechanically is very good with no issues.Optically - the lenses require cleaning Dimensions:Maximum height of the microscope - 42 cmCase height - 37 cm.Used, with beautiful patina of age, complete, working and ... very beautiful !______________________________________________________________________
I am not a collector or specialist in vintage microscopes.
I sell a collection that was left by my died friend.I try to describe item as best as I can. Pictures are part of the auction. In binocular microscope, prisms are often removed for transport time and should be installed after the microscope has been delivered. The prism moves frequently inside the lens and I prefer to remove it and deliver it separately. Otherwise, it may be damaged or broken during the transport.Please study all photos carefully. These are vintage microscopes and are sold for display
and not for work. I do not give any guarantee and returns are not accepted.Shipping insurance is at 3% of the final price and it will be added to the invoice!!!
PLEASE NOTE:Shipping to your country may be cheaper. Please feel free to ask questions before bidding.Payment for this item should be made within 48 hours from the time when the auction closes.
If the winning bidder anticipates that he/she is unlikely to be in position to pay within required time frame, please contact me immediately. Many thanks.I POST ITEMS WITHIN 5 WORKING DAYSThis Microscope weighs over 8 kg. Shipping cost will be determined at the end of the auction based on the shipping address.
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Any items over 50 GBP are always shipped insured. If an insurance is refused by the buyer, item will not be shipped!!!
Shipping insurance is at 3% of the final price and it will be added to the invoice!!!
It is the standard cost. I do not make any money on shipping!!! See my other items
Extremely Rare Watson & Sons Binocular Microscope c. 1880
On 19-May-19 at 23:50:25 BST, seller added the following information:
I apologize to all bidders.
There is a mistake in the description of the auction.
As you can see in the pictures, the microscope is monocular.
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