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Lorgnette

Object Name:
Lorgnette
Object ID:
1969.006.087
Date:
circa 1890
Description:
Lorgnette, long handled (in box). Celluloid (?), tortoiseshell pattern. Eyeglasses fold into handle, oval glass lenses. Decoration on the bottom of the handle; possibly a monogram, metal studded with diamond or faux-diamond chips. Metal loop at base of handle. Wear marks at bridge and edges of eyeglasses portion.
Material:
Glass
Paper
Textile
Composition
Dimensions:
H-11 W-4.8 inches
Credit Line:
Bequest of Helen Dadmun Doble
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