Would this microscope be capable of viewing solid objects such as coins or artifacts?
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Hi Charles, No, you would have too much magnification. I would get a 10x 20x 40x scope that is used for coins and other solid objects. they are also usually less expensive :)
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I don't think so because the light sources are both from the bottom, shining upwards through the slide.
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No, you would need a stereo (also called dissecting) microscope to view solid objects.
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This microscope has a secondary independent LED illuminator above the slide to aid the viewing of solid objects. If you are just needing to look at coins or stamps I would recommend a fairly cheap USB microscope or an Apex explorer stereoscopic microscope in preference to the Celestron Microscope. You will be able to use the Celestron to examine such objects but by design the Celestron isn't ideally suited for this purpose it is best suited for looking a microscopic specimens that are translucent. I hope this helps I ended up buying the Apex Explorer plus an Apex electronic eye and a Desktop USB microscope in addition to the Celestron to cover all my requirements. Best Regards, Stefan This microscope has a secondary independent LED illuminator above the slide to aid the viewing of solid objects. If you are just needing to look at coins or stamps I would recommend a fairly cheap USB microscope or an Apex explorer stereoscopic microscope in preference to the Celestron Microscope. You will be able to use the Celestron to examine such objects but by design the Celestron isn't ideally suited for this purpose it is best suited for looking a microscopic specimens that are translucent. I hope this helps I ended up buying the Apex Explorer plus an Apex electronic eye and a... » Read More This microscope has a secondary independent LED illuminator above the slide to aid the viewing of solid objects. If you are just needing to look at coins or stamps I would recommend a fairly cheap USB microscope or an Apex explorer stereoscopic microscope in preference to the Celestron Microscope. You will be able to use the Celestron to examine such objects but by design the Celestron isn't ideally suited for this purpose it is best suited for looking a microscopic specimens that are translucent. I hope this helps I ended up buying the Apex Explorer plus an Apex electronic eye and a Desktop USB microscope in addition to the Celestron to cover all my requirements. Best Regards, Stefan « Show Less
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My son's son has this microscope and at this point I cannot answer this question...It is one of the better Microscopes out there...
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It really depends on what the object is... anywhere between an inch and flush. It is not a very powerful microscope. I suggest spending a bit more money and purchasing one with better magnification. This is fine for experimenting with the kids and (hopefully) getting them interested in biology or the like but that's about it.
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I do not know what you are looking for as a coin collector. I collect ancient jade pieces. I use it to look at cut marks on the stone. It is so clear I can even see the polishing marks left behind on the surface. One good thing about this magnifier is the LED and the lens focus at the same point making what you want to see bright and clear.
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To examine a coin, you need a stereosope. Microscope won't do the job well. David Jeng
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Maybe, but would be difficult, this device is primarily used to check slides for organizing or review. Not recommended for other purposesRecently had all my slides scanned by Fotobridge, did super job.
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Possibly but I would recommend a microscope with at least 60X. You can also find ones for a few more dollars that have LED and UV lighting.
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Yes it will work for that. I use it to look at coin dates and detail and also to see if jewelry is 14 k or sterling silver.
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Yes, it will accurately read an object as small as a baseball. I use mine mostly at the race track but a good friend of mine is a high school baseball coach and uses the same Bushnell gun.
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I am not a coin collector but I do find coins interesting to look at with this scope. Yes, I'd say this scope is very useful for coins.
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This digital microscope has only a focus and heigth adjustment. Its resolution is nice, but works better for static materials (i.e., not suitable for living animals in movement).
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no, to do what you want you would need a telescope with a computer drive and software, as others have said you can see an object thrugh the view finder but no magnification. Also, my unit is very sensitive to magnetic interference which has required me to leave my deck and go out into the yard away from the house and garage.
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I would say yes. There are a few different magnifications that come with it. I use them for sculpting tiny facial features in polymer clay.
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Yes. I use this microscope to look at the hair cells of the various fish that I catch. Highly recommend.
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I would think so.... gets a real good close up....if not for the price it would still be good for cleaning and making jewelry or bead making and reading of small print I enjoy mine hope it helps :)
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I think it's fine. We bought it for a friend to examine tintype photos, which are very small, and he's quite pleased with it. It showed small details not visible very well to the naked eye.
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Definitely that is what we use it for bugs, rocks, leaves etc.... The lower powers we actually use much more for that kind of stuff. You could look at large stuff on slides, but not tiny things.