Thematic Auction in Geneva:The Evolut...
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Nov 16, 2002
LOT 173
Thury & Amey, Geneva, circa 1870.Fine small brass measuring microscope with calibrated slide in original woo-den fitted box.
CHF 2,000 - 3,000
EUR 1,300 - 2,000
Sold: CHF 2,760
C. U-shaped cast iron base, trapezoidal rack column, high power lens with revolving dividing plate calibrated for 360°, brass slide with decimal calibration also with circular adjustment, adjustable mirror below.Signed on the arm.Dim. 32 x 20 cm.Good condition.
Notes
Thury & Amey were prominent opticians in Geneva (a street is named after Thury there).