Ø A WITHERING FIRST-TYPE POCKET MICROSCOPE, CIRCA 1776
of standard form with brass-handled accessories comprising diamond-headed scalpel, pricket and tweezers, contained within original cylindrical card case of issue -- 4½in. (11.5cm.) high; together with a second-type Withering folding pocket microscope of usual form, with pasted label inside lid annotated A Gift from Lady Archer, 1799, the case with accessories including additional lens, tweezers, scalpel, and two four-aperture bone slides with samples -- 4¾in. (12cm.) wide
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Condition Report
label time stained, dust, wear to baize lining where guide rod runs, otherwise seems to be in good original condition for age.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.