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Eyeglasses

Object Name:
Eyeglasses
Object ID:
1995.516.23
Place of Origin:
China
Date:
circa 1900
Description:
Spectacles. Packtong (Chinese metal alloy) frames. Hinged swing arm extenders. Round tea-colored glass or crystal lenses (non-prescription). Round ear pieces with Chinese symbols (swastika-like). Square bridge. Decorative fastenings on lenses.
Material:
Metal
Glass
Dimensions:
H-2 W-5.25 D-5.5 inches
Credit Line:
New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
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