Linen tester microscope - 1950-1960 - Germany - Gelog
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Gelog linen tester microscope from Germany, circa 1950s–1960s, in good vintage condition and tested working, with dimensions about 13 × 2 × 2 cm, weight 63 g, made of metal, glass, Bakelite and leather, featuring a sliding magnification selector for approximately 40×, 50× and 60×, and accompanied by the original leather pouch.
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Vintage linen tester microscope by Gelog, Germany, circa 1950s–1960s.
A compact portable optical instrument designed for close material inspection, commonly used in textile evaluation, printing, and industrial quality control. The microscope features a sliding magnification selector with engraved markings for approximately 40x, 50x, and 60x magnification.
The body is constructed from lacquered metal with an early plastic (Bakelite-type) eyepiece, while functional elements such as the clip and fittings are made of metal, showing a natural patina consistent with age.
The piece is accompanied by its original leather pouch.
According to the previous owner, the microscope originated from a private collection belonging to a doctor, suggesting it may also have been used in a personal or professional observational context.
Condition:
Good vintage condition with visible signs of use. Minor wear to the lacquer and patina on metal components. The slider mechanism moves, and optics are present.
Dimensions: approx. 13 × 2 × 2 cm
Weight: approx. 63 g
Materials: metal, glass, Bakelite, leather
Origin: Germany
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking.
Vintage linen tester microscope by Gelog, Germany, circa 1950s–1960s.
A compact portable optical instrument designed for close material inspection, commonly used in textile evaluation, printing, and industrial quality control. The microscope features a sliding magnification selector with engraved markings for approximately 40x, 50x, and 60x magnification.
The body is constructed from lacquered metal with an early plastic (Bakelite-type) eyepiece, while functional elements such as the clip and fittings are made of metal, showing a natural patina consistent with age.
The piece is accompanied by its original leather pouch.
According to the previous owner, the microscope originated from a private collection belonging to a doctor, suggesting it may also have been used in a personal or professional observational context.
Condition:
Good vintage condition with visible signs of use. Minor wear to the lacquer and patina on metal components. The slider mechanism moves, and optics are present.
Dimensions: approx. 13 × 2 × 2 cm
Weight: approx. 63 g
Materials: metal, glass, Bakelite, leather
Origin: Germany
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
63 g
Type
Linen tester microscope
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Gelog
Material
Bakelite, Glass, Leather, Metal
Country of origin
Germany
Style
Vintage
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
13 cm
Width
2 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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