Monocular compound microscope - FG 1E - 1950-1960 - Italy - ADOX, Officine Galileo

Splendid vintage monocular biological laboratory microscope, dating from around 1960, born from the collaboration between two historic Italian excellences in optics and scientific instrumentation: Officine Galileo and Sbisà. The instrument features a solid structure with a horseshoe-shaped base painted in cream color. It is equipped with a specimen stage with a micrometric mechanical slide for micrometric movement of the slide and with an illumination system integrated at the base. Optics producer: Officine Galileo (Florence, Italy) Distributor/Assembler: Sbisà (Florence - Rome) Model: FG 1E (engraved on the side of the housing) Serial number: O 9 d 03728 Origin: Made in Italy Dimensions: Height 30 cm, Width 22 cm, Depth 12 cm Weight: 4 kg Aesthetic conditions: Good overall condition with normal signs of wear and aging (as per the photographic gallery). Technical conditions: The instrument is sold as electrically “to be refurbished.” A contact/interruption issue has been found on the external power cable that prevents switching on the light (original cable to be replaced or repaired). The mechanics and micrometrically movable slides are present. A collectible piece of Italian science, ideal for sector enthusiasts or as a prestigious vintage decorative object.