Bidspirit auction | American Optical Company Model 385-A

American Optical Company Model 385-A Microscope Substage Lamp with Original Box - An antique microscope substage lamp, model 385-A, manufactured by the American Optical Company. The instrument is constructed with a black molded housing, likely Bakelite, and a stamped chrome-plated metal base. It features a ground blue glass filter lens and a knurled metal dial on the top surface. The face of the lamp has four circular ventilation holes at both the top and bottom. One side panel contains a cluster of seven circular ventilation holes. The top of the device is marked with a shield logo containing the letters AO. The underside of the metal base is stamped: AMERICAN OPTICAL CO. MADE IN U.S.A. 10 WATTS 115 VOLTS CSA APP. NO. 1087. The unit includes its original integrated power cord with a two-prong plug. It is accompanied by its original light green textured cardboard box, which features a red shield logo and a white paper label stating: 385-A SUBSTAGE LAMP WITH GROUND BLUE GLASS. Device: 3.75 inches (H) x 2.5 inches (W) x 2.25 inches (D) Box: 4.25 inches (L) x 2.5 inches (W) x 2.5 inches (H). The lamp is in excellent vintage condition and is fully functional. The molded housing is free of cracks or chips. The metal base shows light surface wear and fine scratching. The ground blue glass lens is present and undamaged. The original power cord is intact and operational. The original box shows typical signs of age, including light discoloration and bumping to the corners, but remains structurally sound with a legible label.