🔬 Vintage American Optical “Spencer” Microscope – 1930s–40s Era - $175 (Gramercy)

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condition: good

make / manufacturer: Spencer Monocular Microscope

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Own a rare piece of scientific history with this authentic Spencer monocular microscope, manufactured by American Optical between 1935 and 1945. Built in the U.S. and exported abroad, this microscope carries a unique international legacy.
🧪 Features:
• Fully functional: coarse and fine adjustment knobs, rotating nosepiece, and stage clips all operate smoothly
• Solid metal construction with timeless design
• Multiple objective lenses for varied magnification
• Cleaned and ready for use or display
• Labeled “Spencer” – a respected name in American Optical history
🌏 Backstory: This microscope was originally manufactured in the U.S., then exported to South Korea in 1973, where it served in a university science department. A small metal faceplate in Korean on the base identifies the institution and its inventory number—Microscope 3 of 25, for example. After decades of service abroad, it’s now back on American soil, ready for its next chapter.
🎓 Perfect For:
• Science educators and homeschoolers seeking hands-on tools
• Collectors of vintage scientific instruments
• Designers or set decorators needing authentic lab props
• Anyone curating a retro learning space or office
📦 Condition: Excellent vintage shape. No cracks or missing parts. Light wear consistent with age. No accessories included.

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posted: 2025-09-21 20:46

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🔬 Vintage American Optical “Spencer” Microscope – 1930s–40s Era -...

Own a rare piece of scientific history with this authentic Spencer monocular microscope, manufactured by American Optical between 1935 and 1945. Built in the U.S. and exported abroad, this...