993.122.1: Retinoscope, Folding in Case, 1890-1930
Additional Images
Image No. 2243 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley
Object Description
Folding retinoscope with lenses in an embossed lined leather case. The retinoscope consists of a set of 2 mirrors, plane and concave, held facing each other in flat frames which rotate through the same axis about a central hinge. Attached to one side of the frame is a holder for interchangeable lenses. The case also contains 4 small inset lenses of varying thicknesses and a hand held perforated biconvex indirect lens [magnifier]. The case is lined with purple textile and elastic holders [now faded]. Dimension given are for closed case.
Object Classification
Accession Number: 993.122.1
Collection: Ophthalmology
Date: 1890-1930
Object Dimensions
- Length: 8.5 cm
- Height: 2 cm
- Width: 6.2 cm
Object Parts
- a) Lined hinged case with catch
- b) Ophthalmoscope
- c) Lens
- d) Lens
- e) Lens
- f) Lens
- g) Biconvex lens
Object Materials
- blued steel,
- coating,
- copper alloy,
- elastic,
- glass,
- leather,
- plating,
- silvering,
- textile
