{"product_id":"antique-bausch-lomb-brass-black-enamel-microscope-with-original-wooden-case-c-1925-1926","title":"Antique Bausch \u0026 Lomb Brass \u0026 Black Enamel Microscope with Original Wooden Case c1925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully preserved early 20th-century microscope by Bausch \u0026amp; Lomb Optical Co., serial number 210170, dating the piece to approximately 1925–1926. This instrument represents the golden era of American optical manufacturing, combining polished brass, black enamel, and a sculptural cast-iron base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example includes its original dovetailed wooden storage case, a highly desirable feature that enhances both collectability and display appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker: Bausch \u0026amp; Lomb Optical Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial No.: 210170\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: c. 1925–1926\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrass draw-tube \u0026amp; objective\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRotating nosepiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal mechanical stage clips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoarse + fine focus adjustments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSub-stage mirror for illumination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy cast-iron base with black enamel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal wooden case with fitted interior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. Enamel shows minor rubbing; brass has a warm, authentic patina. Wooden case shows expected marks from age and use. Movements operate, though not guaranteed for modern scientific accuracy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Vintage Finds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47759521841403,"sku":"VINT45","price":450.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/9645\/8379\/files\/FullSizeRender_e188dbed-4843-4c0e-9b40-93de9b85ffc9.heic?v=1765306579","url":"https:\/\/www.blackbirdvintage.com\/products\/antique-bausch-lomb-brass-black-enamel-microscope-with-original-wooden-case-c-1925-1926","provider":"Blackbird Vintage Finds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}