Date of use : 1923 Germany

Carl Zeiss Optical Company and 1923 Order Confirmation Letter

Carl Zeiss is a Germany-based company that produces optical systems, industrial measuring equipment, and medical devices. It was founded in 1846 by Carl Zeiss in Jena, Germany. The company is renowned for its optical lenses, camera objectives, microscopes, binoculars, and other precision optical instruments.

Carl Zeiss is particularly famous for its high-quality lenses in photography and cinematography. The company has collaborated with many well-known camera and cinema equipment manufacturers to produce lenses. These lenses are recognized for their superior optical performance and durability. Zeiss also holds a significant position in the medical field, producing surgical microscopes, ophthalmic devices, and other medical equipment.

One of the important developments in Carl Zeiss's history was the joining of Ernst Abbe in 1866. Abbe revolutionized optical design theory, enhancing Zeiss's ability to produce scientifically accurate optical products. Today, the company continues to be a key player in the global market with its innovative technologies and high-quality products.

The translation of the back page of the card is as follows:

Dear Sir/Madam,
We have received your letter dated March 15th, and we thank you for the order of 1 "Turmon" that you have placed with us.
We would like to inform you that this item will be shipped from the warehouse of Ganz & Co., located at Bahnhofstraße 40 in Zurich.
Yours sincerely, Carl Zeiss Jena. March 21, 1923

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