Components of the Nuremberg Microscope
A: Eyepiece with single biconvex lens on drawtube; B: Illuminating mirror; C: Tripod support; D: Microscope body tube; E: lower body tube with objective snout and dust cap.
A: Eyepiece with single biconvex lens on drawtube; B: Illuminating mirror; C: Tripod support; D: Microscope body tube; E: lower body tube with objective snout and dust cap.
The microscope is supported by this massive ivory disc and three turned feet. Dia=11cm, thickness=1.5cm
Ivory support feet