Microscope accessories - "Preparati Microscopici - Merceologia" Microscope Slide Set - Original Educational Fitted Case - 1900-2000 - Italy - Paravia
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Paravia vintage merceology microscope slide set in a original black faux‑leather fitted case, containing 24 glass slides with multilingual hand and printed labels, complete wooden rack, tested and functioning, dating from the mid‑20th century in Torino, Italy.
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Rare Vintage Educational Box from the Era with Microscopically Prepared Specimens for Merchology – Paravia
Splendid and rare original vintage teaching set signed by Paravia, a renowned publishing house specializing in vintage school and scientific material.
The lot includes the original rigid case in black faux-leather finish with the raised inscription "PARAVIA - Microscopically Prepared Specimens - MERCYOLOGY" and an institutional-era label. Inside is a complete wooden rack for storing the slides.
* Content: Microscope-prepared slides related to merchology (scientific analysis of flours, plant substances, cereals, and agricultural/food materials).
* Details: Finely crafted slides with vintage labels handwritten and printed in multiple languages (Latin, German, Italian, French) with period finishes and details.
* Conditions: Generally excellent condition considering age; original patina of the era that enhances its historical and collectible value.
* Producer: Paravia (Turin/Milan, Italy)
* Item: Microscope-prepared box for teaching / merchology
* Materials: Wood, glass, paper, metal, black faux-leather finish
* Estimated period: Mid-20th century (1940s - 1960s)
Rare Vintage Educational Box from the Era with Microscopically Prepared Specimens for Merchology – Paravia
Splendid and rare original vintage teaching set signed by Paravia, a renowned publishing house specializing in vintage school and scientific material.
The lot includes the original rigid case in black faux-leather finish with the raised inscription "PARAVIA - Microscopically Prepared Specimens - MERCYOLOGY" and an institutional-era label. Inside is a complete wooden rack for storing the slides.
* Content: Microscope-prepared slides related to merchology (scientific analysis of flours, plant substances, cereals, and agricultural/food materials).
* Details: Finely crafted slides with vintage labels handwritten and printed in multiple languages (Latin, German, Italian, French) with period finishes and details.
* Conditions: Generally excellent condition considering age; original patina of the era that enhances its historical and collectible value.
* Producer: Paravia (Turin/Milan, Italy)
* Item: Microscope-prepared box for teaching / merchology
* Materials: Wood, glass, paper, metal, black faux-leather finish
* Estimated period: Mid-20th century (1940s - 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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