Ivory Coddington microscope – circa 1830’s

 An elegant ivory simple microscope with Coddington lens.  The Coddington lens was invented by Henry Coddington in 1829.  It is a single lens with two curved sides and a groove cut around the middle of the lens -- the groove acting as a lens stop.  This simple microscope was handy for naturalists working in the field.  The length of the microscope is 2 5/8”, and the diameter of the head is 1 1/8”.   Finished in turned decorative ivory, this example is in excellent condition and finely made resulting in a delicate and practical display.

Item 1339