Eyeglasses
- Object Name:
- Eyeglasses
- Object ID:
- 1995.517.02 a-b
- Description:
- Spectacles (a) with case (b). Crank bridge. "Coin silver" frames with rectangular lenses, loop-to-loop expandable side arms, with medium loop (tear-drop shape) earpieces. Lenses are clear glass, with prescription. Engraved on sidearm exterior, "PURE COIN", and on other sidearm exterior, "18". 4.25" wide, 6" deep with arm extended, and 1" high. Case is silver/pewter, elongated oval shape, and lined with black velvet. Hinged lid. Bead and rod decoration on top and bottom of case. 4.9" long, 1.25" deep, and 0.6" high when closed.
- Material:
- Metal
Glass
Textile
Silver
Pewter - Dimensions:
- H-0.625 W-4.875 D-1.25 inches
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
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