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Rooseboom (M.): Microscopium
O/P. 59 pages, 115 illustrations, 1956. An erudite introduction to optical microscopy from the beginnings to 1956. The historical synopsis is followed by sections on optical design, illumination, microscope design and construction, the phase-contrast microscope and discoveries with the microscope of importance to medical science. A very good copy in original cardboard box. (Ref: K4565 - Z3) in stock.
Price: £12.00 |
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 | Rooseboom (M.): Microscopium
O/P. 59 pages, 115 illustrations, 1956. An erudite introduction to optical microscopy from the beginnings to 1956. The historical synopsis is followed by sections on optical design, illumination, microscope design and construction, the phase-contrast microscope and discoveries with the microscope of importance to medical science. A good copy (binding a little loose). (Ref: K4717 - E4) in stock.
Price: £10.00 |
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Rose (R.E.): English Dial Clocks
O/P. 255 pages, 137 plates, 2nd edition reprinted 1994. The standard work on tavern & other dial clocks, also useful for its information on the Thwaites numbering system. The 2nd edition has two new chapters - 'Unusual Dial Clocks' and 'The Later Years' (late 19th and 20th century). A fine copy with fine dust jacket. (Ref: K1235 - H2) in stock.
Price: £45.00 |
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Rose (R.E.): English Dial Clocks
O/P. 198 pages, 98 plates, 1st edition 1978. The standard work on tavern & other dial clocks, also useful for its information on Thwaites numbering system. A good copy with good dust jacket (wear to top of spine). (Ref: K266 - E1) in stock.
Price: £25.00 |
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Rose (R.E.): Looking After your Antique Clock
O/P. 32 pages, 19 figs., no date. A useful booklet for the owner with details of how to set up, wind and regulate different types of clocks with notes on hand setting and strike correction. A very good copy. Card covers. (Ref: K2522 - BX17) in stock.
Price: £4.00 |
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Rossel (J.) et al: Modern Methods of Measuring Intervals of Time
O/P. 46 pages, illus., 1956. The English language edition of La Suisse Horlogere for March 1956 containing 8 papers on modern methods of measuring time (ie atomic clocks, dating items using carbon 14, etc.), including one by Louis Essen on the NPL Caesium Standard. Good copy (corners bumped, spine worn), card covers. (Ref: K4837 - X1) in stock.
Price: £8.00 |
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 | Royal Mail: Marine Timekeepers - First Day Cover
O/P. An official Royal Mail first day cover for the issue of 4 postage stamps to commemorate the birth of John Harrison in 1693. The envelope has all 4 stamps affixed (values 24p, 28p, 33p and 39p). Good condition. (Ref: PH4) in stock.
Price: £6.00 |
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Royer-Collard (F.B.): Skeleton Clocks
O/P. 154 pages, illus., 1st edition, 1969. The first book on skeleton clocks and still a useful reference source. A very good copy (bookplate on ffep). No dust jacket. (Ref: K784 - D2) in stock.
Price: £12.00 |
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Rudolph (J.S.): Make Your Own Working Paper Clock
O/P. 40 pages, illustrated, 1983. The preface, by Isaac Asimov, is followed by instructions and pages of thick card which when cut out and assembled make a working weight-driven pendulum wall clock - all you need to complete the clock is wire (for the arbors), glue, string and sand (for the weight). Have fun! Very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K3819 - L3) in stock.
Price: £7.00 |
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Ryder (S.H.) & Eric (C.): Music in Time: A Special Exhibition of Musical Boxes
O/P. 80 pages, illustrated, 1990. The catalogue of an exhibition, all 64 items are illustrated and described. Good copy, card covers. (Ref: K2947 - M3) in stock.
Price: £7.00 |
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