Complete Set of Microscope Preparations. Germany, 1920's

Interesting microscope sample slide set made in the 1920s and conveniently stored in their protecting case. The set comes from Germany and is a very interesting piece for any collector because of its good condition and authenticity. It is the perfect complement for an antique microscope in working order, though the samples can also be watched with a modern instrument. The set contains one hundred sample slides, perfectly organized in their grooves and correctly labeled. The samples, as usual, rest on rectangular glass slides. All of them have a paper label with the name or description of the sample, written by hand in black ink. There are animal specimens, different substances and parts of organisms difficult to identify at first sight. Each slide is stored in its corresponding groove, duly numbered. Inside the cases lid we can see a paper sheet, also numbered and designed to write down each samples description. Nevertheless, the sheet is unused. The case is flat and rectangular in shape. It is made of solid beech wood and cardboard. Outside it is lined with a black faux-leather material, with a delicate diamond-shaped print. The lining is in good condition, showing only some slight signs of wear. The case also keeps the original hinges and shutting hooks, all well preserved. In the lid we can read the inscription MIKROSKOPISCHE PRAEPARATE (German for microscope samples) engraved in the lining. Any collector of scientific antiques will appreciate the interest and beauty of this great sample slide set from the early 20th century. Measurements (Open): Width: 10.6 in/27 cm. Depth: 14.9 in/38 cm.