R. & J. Beck Compound binocular microscope, mid-19th century

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Signed: R. & J. Beck, London & Philadelphia, 8292. Brass and lacquer microscope with curved "Lister Limb" (the arm which attached to the body tube to the base) which was designed by Joseph Jackson Lister.

The firm began as Smith and Beck in 1847 and became R. & J. Beck in 1869 and eventually Beck & Beck. It was one of the first British makers to develop factory production methods and to manufacture to standard dimensions.

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Received from: Dr. Josiah Charles Trent

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