Microscope accessories - "Preparati Microscopici - Merceologia" Microscope Slide Set - Original Educational Fitted Case - 1900-2000 - Italy - Paravia
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Paravia Preparati Microscopici - Merceologia microscope slide set in an original black faux-leather fitted case, containing 24 glass slides with a wooden rack, dating from the mid-20th century and in good, tested and functioning condition.
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Rare Educational Vintage Set from Antiquity with Microscopic Preparations for Merchology – Paravia
Splendid and rare original vintage educational kit signed Paravia, renowned publishing house specializing in vintage school and scientific material.
The lot includes the original rigid black faux-leather finish case with raised inscription "PARAVIA - Preparati Microscopici - MERCEOLOGIA" and an institutional vintage label. Inside is the complete wooden rack for the storage of slides.
* Content: Microscope slides related to the mercantile/merchology field (scientific analysis of flours, plant substances, grains and agricultural/food materials).
* Details: Finely worked slides with vintage labels handwritten and printed in multiple languages (Latin, German, Italian, French) with period finishes and details.
* Condition: Excellent general preservation considering the age; original patina of the time that enriches its historical and collectible value.
* Manufacturer: Paravia (Turin/Milan, Italy)
* Item: Microscopic preparation case for teaching / merchology
* Materials: Wood, glass, paper, metal, faux-leather finish
* Estimated period: Mid-20th century (1930s-1960s)
Rare Educational Vintage Set from Antiquity with Microscopic Preparations for Merchology – Paravia
Splendid and rare original vintage educational kit signed Paravia, renowned publishing house specializing in vintage school and scientific material.
The lot includes the original rigid black faux-leather finish case with raised inscription "PARAVIA - Preparati Microscopici - MERCEOLOGIA" and an institutional vintage label. Inside is the complete wooden rack for the storage of slides.
* Content: Microscope slides related to the mercantile/merchology field (scientific analysis of flours, plant substances, grains and agricultural/food materials).
* Details: Finely worked slides with vintage labels handwritten and printed in multiple languages (Latin, German, Italian, French) with period finishes and details.
* Condition: Excellent general preservation considering the age; original patina of the time that enriches its historical and collectible value.
* Manufacturer: Paravia (Turin/Milan, Italy)
* Item: Microscopic preparation case for teaching / merchology
* Materials: Wood, glass, paper, metal, faux-leather finish
* Estimated period: Mid-20th century (1930s-1960s)
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
750 g
Specific region of origin
Torino
Number of objects
24
Manufacturer/brand
Paravia
Model/type number
"Preparati Microscopici - Merceologia" Microscope Slide Set - Original Educational Fitted Case
Material
Glass
Country of origin
Italy
Style
Vintage
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
3 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1900-2000
Title additional information
Prepared slides
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