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Microscope

Description

Microscope of brass, fixed pillar, in wooden box, by John Cuff, London, England, c. 1745

Museum reference

T.1901.706

Collection

History of Science

Object name

Microscope

Production information

Cuff, John, 1708 - 1772, Manufacturer
London, England, Northern Europe

Date

c. 1745

Materials

Brass, Glass, Wood

Exhibitions

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