Beautiful E. Leitz Wetlzar Microscope in Excellent Condition. Germany, 1919

Striking antique microscope made of brass and chrome-plated metal, with lacquered iron foot and in its original wooden case. This is an instrument for scientific research made in Germany in the early 20th century (1919). The microscope shows off its beautiful design and impressive condition: the metal looks polished and with almost no traces of wear; the lacquer is shiny and even, and the screws and mobile parts move fluidly. It works perfectly and preserves all its original component parts too. The instruments turret bears the following engraved inscription: E. Leitz Wetzlar Nº 179240. This stands for the manufacturing companys name and the microscopes serial number. The company started out in 1849, when it was founded in Wetlzar, Germany by Carl Kellner as the Optical Institute of Wetzlar. Later on the firm hired engineer Ersnt Leitz who in 1869 took over the company and changed its name for his. The business grew rapidly and became one of the most important manufacturers of optic material, microscopes and photographic cameras in the world. This wonderful microscope testifies for Leitz products quality. The top part stands over the black-lacquered bird-claw iron foot; it is composed of a golden brass turret connected to a three-lens revolving nosepiece. The three objectives bear the brand name and magnification number engraved in the metal and come with their respective protecting brass sleeves. The whole set is stored in the solid wooden box, with its nice light golden color and the original lock and key in perfect working order. This amazing antique microscope is bound to be the starring piece of a good collection of scientific antiques. Measurements: Width: 5.33 in / 14 cm. Height: 13.25 in / 35 cm.