Monocular compound microscope - 2x - 1960-1970 - Japan - Olympus
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A two-piece vintage metal microscope lot from the 1960s–70s, comprising an Olympus Tokyo monocular revolver head with four objective lenses (4x, 10x, 40x and 100x oil immersion) and a mechanical stage with precise lateral and vertical movements, built-in illumination with original cord, Japan, size 35×18×23 cm and about 5 kg, and a Euromex LK monocular microscope with three objectives (5x, 10x, 45x) on a fixed stage with its own transformer and plug-in lamp, Netherlands, size 35×12×22 cm; total weight 9–10 kg.
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1. Olympus Tokyo microscope made of solid metal, produced in the 1960s and 70s.
Equipped with a monocular revolver head that accommodates 4 objective lenses (4x, 10x, 40x and 100x oil immersion) for different magnification levels. The black stage is fitted with a mechanical specimen clamp. Using the side knobs, the slide can be moved very precisely horizontally and vertically. On the side are the coaxial knobs for coarse and fine adjustment (focus).
This model has a built-in electric illumination foot at the bottom, complete with the original gray power cord and plug (including lamp).
The lenses are clear and all parts operate smoothly. Made in Japan.
Dimensions: 35 x 18 x 23 cm (H x W x D). Weight: 5 kg.
2. Euromex microscope model LK, heavy metal and produced in the 1960s and 70s
In the revolver head of this monocular microscope are 3 objective lenses (5x, 10x and 45x) above the fixed round stage. The separate black unit with the plug is the original transformer and is equipped with a plug-in lamp. This provides a constant, bright light output.
The lenses are clear and the knobs for coarse and fine adjustment (focus) rotate smoothly. Made in Holland.
Dimensions: 35 x 12 x 22 cm (H x W x D).
Total weight: 9-10 kg. The microscopes can also be picked up in Rotterdam.
1. Olympus Tokyo microscope made of solid metal, produced in the 1960s and 70s.
Equipped with a monocular revolver head that accommodates 4 objective lenses (4x, 10x, 40x and 100x oil immersion) for different magnification levels. The black stage is fitted with a mechanical specimen clamp. Using the side knobs, the slide can be moved very precisely horizontally and vertically. On the side are the coaxial knobs for coarse and fine adjustment (focus).
This model has a built-in electric illumination foot at the bottom, complete with the original gray power cord and plug (including lamp).
The lenses are clear and all parts operate smoothly. Made in Japan.
Dimensions: 35 x 18 x 23 cm (H x W x D). Weight: 5 kg.
2. Euromex microscope model LK, heavy metal and produced in the 1960s and 70s
In the revolver head of this monocular microscope are 3 objective lenses (5x, 10x and 45x) above the fixed round stage. The separate black unit with the plug is the original transformer and is equipped with a plug-in lamp. This provides a constant, bright light output.
The lenses are clear and the knobs for coarse and fine adjustment (focus) rotate smoothly. Made in Holland.
Dimensions: 35 x 12 x 22 cm (H x W x D).
Total weight: 9-10 kg. The microscopes can also be picked up in Rotterdam.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
5 kg
Type
Monocular compound microscope
Specific region of origin
Tokyo
Number of objects
2
Manufacturer/brand
Olympus
Material
Metal
Country of origin
Japan
Style
Vintage
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
35 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
23 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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