This is a gem/jewelry stereo microscope with darkfield and brightfield optics. It comers with four magnification power settings, 20X, 30X, 40X & 60X, a gem clamp, a darkfield condenser, and a versatile illumination system that offers both incident (top) lighting and transmitted (bottom) illumination. You can choose between incident illumination shining down onto objects or transmitted illumination through the darkfield condenser. The first is used for the observation of three-dimensional objects like gemstones and the second for the inspection of diamonds. This microscope provides high resolution and good depth within a broad field of view. It offers sharp clear stereo images. Its 45° inclined binocular head ensures an easy observation and rubber eyeguards provide further comfort. This microscope is great for the exploration of the world of surface details and fine structures of jewels and gemstones. The transmitted illumination through the condenser is used for the examination of inside quality of diamonds. This scope is an ideal instrument for gemologists, jewelry dealers and collectors. It comes with affordable price. It is brand new in factory-sealed box. The retail value of this microscope is $900.