Scroll foot (Cuff type) microscope by John Cuff, London, c. 1750

Made:: 1745-1755

maker:: John Cuff

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Brass microscope, signed 'J. Cuff Fecit' with micrometer eyepiece on mahogany base with drawer containing accessories. Engraved on stage plate 'J. Cuff Londini Inv. and fecit'; London, c. 1750.

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Category:: Microscopes

Object Number:: 1925-144

Materials:: wood, rosewood, mahogany and bone

Measurements:: overall: 380 mm x 165 mm x 165 mm, , 2.175kg

type:: microscopes and compound microscopes

credit:: Stevens's Auction Rooms Ltd.

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Scroll foot (Cuff type) microscope by John Cuff, London, c. 1750

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