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Hirschberg Interchangeable head ophthalmoscope (small model) & case
OPTOMETRIC INSTRUMENTS
ophthalmoscope
Europe: Germany
1877
metal; brass; glass; leather; velvet
overall (case): 20 mm x 147 mm x 68 mm

Non-luminous ophthalmoscope with black wooden screw-on handle, painted brass stem, two alternative heads: black metal head with on one side a clip for a small, perforated oblique mirror and, on the other side, a twelve-lens disk; alternative head comprising a simple white metal clip holding a large perforated mirror together with a Coccius clip and small round lens. Contained in black leather-covered hinged case with compartmentalised interior, friction catch and purple velvet lining. Two separate medium-sized condensing lenses stored in stitched pockets within lining of lid.


2016.1072

Transferred from the former Museum and Library of Optometry, Aston University / Gift of the family of the late Anthony G. Sabell FCOptom, 2016



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