Gemological dichroscope
J.H. Steward, London
Dichroscope, lacquered brass with calcite (Iceland spar)
and focusable ocular in mahogany case (10.1 x 6.9 x 3.4
cm). Tube (length 5.3 cm, diameter 1.6 cm) with adjustable
specimen holder on the front.
Signed on the tube "MADE IN ENGLAND | J.H. STEWARD
LTD. | LONDON", first half 20th century.
private collection