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Gift of the Richard Welling Family,  2011.465.25  © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Illuminated Microscope
Gift of the Richard Welling Family, 2011.465.25 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Illuminated Microscope

Original Owner (American, 1926 - 2009)
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 1 1/2 x 1 7/8 x 5 1/2in. (3.8 x 4.8 x 14cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of the Richard Welling Family
Object number2011.465.25a-c
DescriptionIlluminated microscope in case. The rectangular case is made of soft plastic material with a flap at the top held closed with a snap. The case is marked "tasco" on front of the flap. The microscope is rectangular with clear plastic at one end with two holes at the end. In this section is a light bulb for illumination. On the side are buttons marked "LIGHT CONDENSER" and "FOCUS WHEEL". On both sides are silver areas on which is written: "tasco / Illuminated Microscope / 9700 Hong Kong / 30X". On the end of the microscope is an eye hole.
Status
Not on view