Det Bästas Mikroskop — Vintage Swedish Educational Microscope Set, c. 1950s–60s

A well-preserved mid-century Swedish educational microscope set produced for the Det Bästa series, presented in its original illustrated cardboard box with contents intact.

What distinguishes this example is how little it appears to have been disturbed. Many components remain secured in their original positions with period tape still visible, suggesting the set has rarely — if ever — been fully unpacked or used. All prepared slides are present and housed in their original Det Bästa slide box, alongside the microscope, tools, staining bottles and Swedish-language booklet.

Designed as an introduction to microscopy rather than a professional laboratory instrument, these sets were typically well used and seldom survive complete. Examples retaining their full contents, internal layout and original packaging are increasingly uncommon.

Details
• Swedish educational microscope set, c. 1950s–60s
• Original illustrated cardboard box
• Microscope, tools, bottles and booklet present
• Complete set of original prepared slides in period box
• Internal contents appear largely undisturbed, with original tape visible
• Sold as a decorative and collectible object rather than a calibrated scientific instrument

Condition
Very good vintage condition overall. The box shows expected age-related wear. Contents display light patina consistent with age. Please refer to images for exact condition.

Shipping & Delivery
Carefully packed and shipped Australia-wide. Local pickup available in Bendigo. Weekly Melbourne delivery available by arrangement.