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Glass, Magnifying

Object Name:
Glass, Magnifying
Object ID:
1973.003.182
Date:
circa 1900
Description:
Loupe (Magnifier), Watchmaker's. Small magnifying lens set into flared metal holder with four holes in sides. Supported by wire frame that the lens holder screws into. Frame consists of three rings of decreasing size, soldered together on two straight wires. Smallest ring has a tension screw to hold loupe in place.
Material:
Glass
Metal
Dimensions:
H-1.7 Dia-1.5 inches
Credit Line:
Gift of Charles S. Parsons
Subjects:
Watch making
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