Lot 503 , A hinge and wedge compound microscope by Parkes & Son, Birmingham and a lacquered brass students microscope, H 27cm (max); H 21cm

A 'hinge and wedge' compound microscope by Parkes & Son, Birmingham and a lacquered brass student's microscope, the former circa 1880, bearing copper name plaque, designed to be used at different angles it folds to fit in a small mahogany case, the latter in fitted mahogany case (2), H 27cm (max); H 21cm
Estimate £100-150


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Sold for £120