Scientific Instruments category fields
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Dropdown | Options: Microscope, Telescope, Barometer, Thermometer, Compass, Theodolite, Sextant/Octant, Slide Rule, Calculator (mechanical), Balance/Scale, Galvanometer, Voltmeter, Medical Instrument, Surgical Set, Drafting Set, Other |
| Scientific Discipline | Dropdown | Options: Astronomy, Navigation, Meteorology, Surveying, Optics, Physics, Electricity, Chemistry, Medicine, Mathematics, Other |
| Maker/Manufacturer | Text | Enter maker or manufacturer name |
| Signed/Marked | Dropdown | Options: Signed, Stamped, Label, Serial Number Only, Unsigned |
| Signature Details | Textarea | Enter signature or marking details |
| Serial Number | Text | Enter serial number |
| Date/Period | Text | Enter date or period |
| Country of Origin | Text | Enter country of origin |
| City of Manufacture | Text | Enter city of manufacture |
| Materials | Text | Enter primary materials |
| Working Condition | Dropdown | Options: Fully Functional, Needs Adjustment, Partially Functional, Not Functional, Display Only |
| Overall Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor |
| Case Included | Dropdown | Options: Original, Period, Later, None |
| Case Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, Not Applicable |
Advanced fields (Premium-only)
Optical Instruments
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Optical Type | Dropdown | Options: Compound Microscope, Simple Microscope, Telescope, Spyglass, Magnifying Glass, Spectroscope, Other |
| Number of Objectives | Number | Enter number of objectives |
| Objective Powers | Text | Enter objective powers |
| Maximum Magnification | Text | Enter maximum magnification |
| Lens Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Good, Haze, Scratched, Fungus |
| Focusing Mechanism | Dropdown | Options: Rack and Pinion, Screw, Sliding |
| Accessories Included | Textarea | Enter accessories included (additional lenses, slides, etc.) |
| Original Case Fitted | Boolean | Original case fitted |
Meteorological Instruments
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Meteorological Type | Dropdown | Options: Mercury Barometer, Aneroid Barometer, Thermometer, Hygrometer, Barograph, Other |
| Scale Type | Dropdown | Options: Fahrenheit, Celsius, Multiple |
| Fluid Present | Dropdown | Options: Original, Refilled, Empty |
| Calibration Status | Dropdown | Options: Accurate, Needs Calibration, Not Functional |
| Recording Mechanism | Text | Enter recording mechanism details |
Medical & Surgical Instruments
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Type | Dropdown | Options: Stethoscope, Ophthalmoscope, Surgical Set, Dental Set, Amputation Set, Apothecary, Quack Device, Other |
| Set Contents | Textarea | Enter set contents |
| Set Completeness | Dropdown | Options: Complete, Nearly Complete, Partial |
| Handle Material | Dropdown | Options: Ebony, Ivory, Bone, Wood, Metal |
| Instrument Function | Textarea | Enter instrument function details |
| Era-Appropriate | Boolean | Authentic to claimed period |
Materials & Construction
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Material | Dropdown | Options: Brass, Bronze, Steel, Wood, Ivory, Glass, Mixed |
| Finish | Dropdown | Options: Lacquered Brass, Oxidized, Nickel Plated, Natural Patina |
| Patina Condition | Dropdown | Options: Original, Cleaned, Refinished |
| Construction Quality | Dropdown | Options: Exhibition Quality, Fine, Good, Standard |
| Engraving Present | Boolean | Engraving present |
| Engraving Details | Textarea | Enter engraving details |
Condition Details
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Structural Integrity | Dropdown | Options: Sound, Minor Issues, Needs Repair, Damaged |
| Missing Parts | Textarea | Enter missing parts details |
| Replaced Parts | Textarea | Enter replaced parts details |
| Mechanical Function | Dropdown | Options: Smooth, Stiff, Stuck, Broken |
| Glass/Lens Issues | Textarea | Enter glass/lens issues |
| Wood Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Good, Dry, Cracked, Damaged, Not Applicable |
| Metal Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Good, Tarnished, Corroded, Pitted |
| Modifications | Textarea | Enter modifications from original configuration |
Provenance & Documentation
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Provenance Type | Dropdown | Options: Institutional, Professional, Collector, Dealer, Auction, Unknown |
| Institution Name | Text | Enter institution name |
| Previous Owner | Text | Enter previous owner |
| Institutional Markings | Boolean | Institutional markings present |
| Original Purchase Documentation | Boolean | Original purchase documentation present |
| Instruction Manual | Boolean | Instruction manual present |
| Period Documentation | Textarea | Enter period documentation details |
| Historical Use | Textarea | Enter historical use details |