Stunning Antique Binocular Microscope, by WATSON & SON (circa 1876-1882)
An antique binocular microscope, by WATSON & SON with accessories in a fitted mahogany case. (no key to the case). One of the first or possibly the first to be made before serial numbers. Watson and Son was an optical instrument maker.
In 1837, the William Watson business was established in London for the manufacture of optical instruments. By the 1840s, the company moved into lanterns, slides and associated equipment.
In 1868, the name was changed to W. Watson & Son and by this time were located at 313 High Holborn, London. Into the 1940s, the company remained at 313 High Holborn, London, England. The partnership of Watson & Son was active from 1867 1882 and production of microscopes did not begin until 1876, therefore this binocular microscope can accurately be dated to a six year period between 1876 and 1882.A rare and early piece for the collector of Watson microscopes. A genuine unique Scientific Instrument. Collection from Bolton BL3 1. This item has been greatly reduced. The item "Stunning Antique Binocular Microscope, by WATSON & SON (circa 1876-1882)" is in sale since Wednesday, July 29, 2020.
This item is in the category "Collectables\Scientific Collectables\Scientific Instruments\Other Scientific Instruments". The seller is "rockwell1011" and is located in Bolton. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom.
- Period: 1800 to 1900
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
- Material: Brass
- Type: Scientific Instruments
- Sub-Type: Microscopes