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A 19th century brass-mounted student's microscope by J Swift...

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A 19th century brass-mounted student's microscope by J Swift & Son of London, patent no. 24960, original mahogany case with spare lenses, and 2 other cases of spare lenses and slides, etc

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Auction Date: 18th Jun 2026 at 1pm

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Sale Dates:
Thu 18th Jun 2026 1pm (Lots 251 to 472)

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