AN EXTREME TERRAIN FIELD MICROSCOPE BY COOKE MCARTHUR, PORTMAN SQUARE, LONDON, CIRCA 1959
with 8x eyepiece, constructed in brushed and ebonised aluminium alloy, signed on the backplate McArthur Microscopes Ltd, 30 Portman Square, London W1, owner’s name P.D. Scott Maxwell – 4in. (10cm.) wide
Sold for £521
Estimated at £200 - £300
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Optics appear in good condition, clear, no cracks; threaded components run smoothly; one 8x objective only; battery compartment to top empty with clear contacts.
We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.
AN EXTREME TERRAIN FIELD MICROSCOPE BY COOKE MCARTHUR, PORTMAN SQUARE, LONDON, CIRCA 1959
with 8x eyepiece, constructed in brushed and ebonised aluminium alloy, signed on the backplate McArthur Microscopes Ltd, 30 Portman Square, London W1, owner’s name P.D. Scott Maxwell – 4in. (10cm.) wide
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Zephyr), 2nd Nov, 2021
Mercantile (Sail) – 1-92A
Mercantile (Steam) – 93-151
Naval (Sail) – 155-236
Naval (Steam) – 240-340
Navigation & Scientific Instruments – 341-392
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