995.4.138: Microscope Lucida, 1911-1960
Additional Images
: Carl Zeiss Microscope Lucida Nr.5604
: Case for microscope Lucida, 'Zeichenapparat' and 'Carl Zeiss Jena' stamped on lid (part f)
: Carl Zeiss Microscope Lucida Nr.5604
: Carl Zeiss Microscope Lucida Nr.5604
: Black coated eyepiece with disc containing 4 tinted lenses and filter ring with 5 tinted lenses (group of parts)
(part a)
Image No. 1316 : Carl Zeiss Microscope Lucida Nr.5604
Object Description
Carl Zeiss microscope lucida Nr.5604. Consists of swiveling mirror on bar to which is attached eye-piece, 2 interchangeable prism cubes for large and small exit pupils and 5 position neutral tint filter ring. 'Zeichenapparat' and 'Carl Zeiss Jena' incised on upper lid of case. Microscope accessory used to aid the drawing of microscopic objects.
Object Classification
Accession Number: 995.4.138
Collection: Diagnostic, Laboratory
Date: 1911-1960
Object Dimensions
- Length: 24 cm
- Height: 4.5 cm
- Width: 11.5 cm
Object Parts
- a) Black coated eyepiece with disc containing 4 tinted lenses
- b) Mounted mirror in frame with support bar
- c) Black coated prism cube with lens and mirrors
- d) Black coated prism cube with lens and mirrors
- e) Black coated filter ring with 5 tinted lenses
- f) Hinged case and catch mechanism, partial lining
Object Materials
- aluminium silvering,
- coating,
- copper alloy,
- glass,
- metal,
- plating,
- steel,
- velvet,
- wood
Acquisition Detail
- Manufacturer: Carl Zeiss Jena
- Owner: Dr. Andrew Davidson
