Fossil Identification 15X Field Magnifier

SKU: 23203-3

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This 15X magnifier is an excellent field tool for fossil identification, offering enough magnification to resolve fine details like shell ridges, plant impressions, or microstructure in bone fragments.

Although it lacks the color correction of more expensive doublet or triplet magnifiers, fossil hunters rarely need perfect color rendering. What matters most is contrast, surface texture, and sharpness which this loupe provides in a compact, lightweight design. Its 30mm lens diameter offers a generous field of view for a 15X loupe, making it ideal for scanning rock surfaces in search of subtle fossil clues.

We've offered this quality loupe since 2002 for conventional & promotional giveaway uses. See Branding & Related Products below for adding a logo (NOT included).

One customer says this in a Google Review "...loupes for studying plants and fungi...for my children...well made, well priced...easy to order online....highly recommend.
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Educational and Club Use of the 15X Fossil Magnifier

This 15X magnifier is particularly useful for fossil-focused school programs, amateur paleontology groups, or field-based science clubs that need a balance between magnification and practicality. Its higher magnification compared to standard 5X or 10X loupes enables users to spot microstructures such as fine shell striations, embedded plant residues, or growth lines in coral fossils, features often invisible at lower magnification.

While it doesn’t offer the color fidelity of more expensive doublet or triplet lenses, fossil identification is typically driven by form and surface pattern, not color, making this loupe an affordable and effective field choice. The compact folding design and wide 30mm lens make it highly portable, so students or hobbyists can carry it comfortably during field excursions.

Read our blog on Fossil Identification Field Magnifier for trilobites, crinoids, ammonites, brachiopods, stromatolites and even trace fossils.

 


Need greater detail &/or a visual record? Read: Phone Camera Loupe “Dissecting Microscope” to magnify up to 50X & view the details on bugs, leaves, rocks, coins, stamps, snowflakes & more

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Branding Instructions-Print & Decal

  • 30 mm (~1.25") diameter area for printing logo, both sides possible
  • Print: 1,2, or 3 colors; Add from Related Products below
  • Decal: full color; Add from Related Products below
  • Minimums: 50 print impressions; 250 decals but can be a different version on other side
  • Pantone matching charge per color for print; included in decal
  • Send vector art file (ai, eps, pdf, svg) as e-mail attachment w/ order #
  • Click on Artwork Instructions for more details
  • No Set Up Charge but Graphics Charge may apply if your art file needs work
  • Digital proof provided free!
  • Decal application not included, add separately, cost below in Related Products.

 

Specifications

Physical Specifications

  • Plastic frame with 3 foldout lenses
  • 15X magnification with all 3 lenses stacked
  • Three glass lenses, 5X magnification each; 30mm/1.25" diameter
  • 30mm, ~1.25" diameter area for print or decal logo; both sides possible
  • Metal rivet hinge
  • LWT: 60x40x30mm (2 5/16 x 1 9/16 x 1 1/8")
  • Weight: 30g (~1.1oz)
  • No lanyard clip

 

Reviews (4)
2021-06-11

No complaints for the price! It produces clear images easily. The plastic seems durable enough, but I have not tested it. The only improvement I would like to see is some sort of attachment point for a lanyard or cord. I have used it to examine some of the Brood X cicadas and various other insects and plants. Very helpful for the curious biologist though you won't be able to see cells unless they are abnormally large. Also, Indigo Instruments has great customer service!

— Noah S.
— Indigo:

Thanks for the review & feedback. We haven't been able to get a version with both a loop to attach a lanyard & a flat surface to allowing branding (printing). Our Phone Camera Dissecting Microscope shows a close up of a fly but we recommend the 10X 23mm for its better depth of field. It might also allow you to see cells such as leaf stomata or cork.

2020-06-06
Just what I was looking for. My grandkids are using them to examine bugs and flower parts in their yard.
— Mike
— Indigo: Happy we could help with their science adventures.
2020-05-22
Super-handy to have. I should have read closely that these are plastic, not metal, but that's on me. No complaints about the product.
— Jonathan
2019-09-05
Product exactly as pictured and described. Hand lens works well, I can see things I've never seen before! Very satisfied and would gladly order again!
— Andrew
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