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The Magnifying Glass
This instrument is to help you see better and its properuse needs no explanation. There are innumerable varietiesin all price ranges available at most stamp dealers. Manyfold and may be carried in your pocket; others havestraight handles; while still others have permanent mountsthat stand unassisted on any flat surface. Several of thelatter are provided with an electric light bulb whichilluminates the subject while you examine it. In factthere is almost no limit to the complex development ofthese instruments. Witness the complicated machine thatenlarges and projects an image of the stamp upon aviewing screen. The beginner should select a simple, in-expensive glass that will provide reasonable magnifica-tion. Your stamp dealer can advise you. |
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