Microscope - ETS F. Michel , Ancien microscope de contrôle industriel , type TRS - 1940-1960 - France
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Old French industrial inspection microscope of TRS type, model ETS F. Michel, made of silvered brass, with dimensions 14 × 10 × 10 cm, one piece, in good condition and tested in working order, dating circa 1940–1960.
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French old industrial inspection microscope, TRS type, number 30, manufactured by Établissements F. Michel, a mechanical constructor based at 40 rue des Postes in Aubervilliers (Seine). Instrument dating probably from the mid-20th century, around 1940-1960, intended for observation and inspection of small mechanical parts or samples. It features a robust brass construction, with a cylindrical body, an inclined optical eyepiece, adjustment devices, and several handling grips. Accompanied by a set of accessories including metal rings, circular supports, and several balls. A beautiful old scientific and industrial instrument of French manufacture, presenting an authentic patina and signs of use related to its age. Overall condition in line with the photographs; functionality and completeness not verified.
Highly sought after in the worlds of industrial design, scientific curiosities, old medical technology, laboratory optics, steampunk, and rare measuring instruments.
Ideal for a collector, industrial loft decoration, cabinet of curiosities, scientific display case (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass)
French old industrial inspection microscope, TRS type, number 30, manufactured by Établissements F. Michel, a mechanical constructor based at 40 rue des Postes in Aubervilliers (Seine). Instrument dating probably from the mid-20th century, around 1940-1960, intended for observation and inspection of small mechanical parts or samples. It features a robust brass construction, with a cylindrical body, an inclined optical eyepiece, adjustment devices, and several handling grips. Accompanied by a set of accessories including metal rings, circular supports, and several balls. A beautiful old scientific and industrial instrument of French manufacture, presenting an authentic patina and signs of use related to its age. Overall condition in line with the photographs; functionality and completeness not verified.
Highly sought after in the worlds of industrial design, scientific curiosities, old medical technology, laboratory optics, steampunk, and rare measuring instruments.
Ideal for a collector, industrial loft decoration, cabinet of curiosities, scientific display case (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass)
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brass type
Silver plated brass
Number of objects
1
Model/type number
ETS F. Michel , Ancien microscope de contrôle industriel , type TRS
Material
Brass
Country of origin
France
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
10 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1940-1960
