Monocular compound microscope - 1960-1970 - Japan - Olympus





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Vintage Olympus Tokyo Monocular Microscope – In original wooden case with key & extra eyepiece – Japan, circa 1960
A vintage monocular laboratory and study microscope from the renowned Japanese quality brand Olympus Tokyo.
This robust, heavy quality instrument dates from the 1960s and is in a rarely complete condition.
This lot is unique due to its completeness: the microscope is supplied including the original wooden storage case, the original working key, an extra eyepiece, and the original paper inspection certificate with magnification table that is attached to the inside of the door.
Also included is the historical sticker on the inside from the Dutch distributor of that era: Instrumentenhandel L. Verhave, Hilversum.
A splendid object for collectors of antique scientific instruments, medical history, or as a unique eye-catcher in a vintage or industrial interior.
Manufacturer / Brand: [Olympus Tokyo] (Japan)
Type: Monocular compound microscope
Period: About 1960–1970
Material: Heavy cast iron/metal housing with chromed/optical details
Accessories: Original oak/wooden case, original key, 1 extra loose eyepiece, integrated inspection report/magnification table
Lighting: Manually adjustable plano-concave mirror at the bottom for optimal light capture.
Physical condition: In very nice, preserved vintage condition with minimal, age-appropriate signs of use on the paint and the case. The woodwork of the case shows a beautiful, warm patina.
Mechanical condition: The rough and fine adjustment knobs for height and focusing operate smoothly and properly.
Carefully view the photo report; it forms an integral part of the description of this lot.
Will be very carefully packaged and shipped with trace and tracking.
Vintage Olympus Tokyo Monocular Microscope – In original wooden case with key & extra eyepiece – Japan, circa 1960
A vintage monocular laboratory and study microscope from the renowned Japanese quality brand Olympus Tokyo.
This robust, heavy quality instrument dates from the 1960s and is in a rarely complete condition.
This lot is unique due to its completeness: the microscope is supplied including the original wooden storage case, the original working key, an extra eyepiece, and the original paper inspection certificate with magnification table that is attached to the inside of the door.
Also included is the historical sticker on the inside from the Dutch distributor of that era: Instrumentenhandel L. Verhave, Hilversum.
A splendid object for collectors of antique scientific instruments, medical history, or as a unique eye-catcher in a vintage or industrial interior.
Manufacturer / Brand: [Olympus Tokyo] (Japan)
Type: Monocular compound microscope
Period: About 1960–1970
Material: Heavy cast iron/metal housing with chromed/optical details
Accessories: Original oak/wooden case, original key, 1 extra loose eyepiece, integrated inspection report/magnification table
Lighting: Manually adjustable plano-concave mirror at the bottom for optimal light capture.
Physical condition: In very nice, preserved vintage condition with minimal, age-appropriate signs of use on the paint and the case. The woodwork of the case shows a beautiful, warm patina.
Mechanical condition: The rough and fine adjustment knobs for height and focusing operate smoothly and properly.
Carefully view the photo report; it forms an integral part of the description of this lot.
Will be very carefully packaged and shipped with trace and tracking.

