Eyeglasses
- Object Name:
- Eyeglasses
- Object ID:
- 1997.037.01
- Creator:
- Dexter Optical Co.
- Place of Origin:
- Concord, NH
- Description:
- A. Bifocal eyeglasses in metal frames. Oval lenses, each 1.04" x 1.875". Semicircular bifocal inserts applied to inside on lenses. Frames unmarked. Silver-color metal with green oxidation.
B. Rigid case, 2.25" x 5.25" x 0.75", covered with black striated simulated leather and lined with black velvet. Hinged, spring-loaded cover. Back of case stamped in gold lettering, "Dexter Optical Co. / OPTOMETRISTS / CONCORD,N.H. / 'CAN DUPLICATE BY MAIL' ". - Material:
- Glass
Metal - Dimensions:
- H-2 W-4.9 D-4.5 inches
- Provenance:
- Probably worn by a member of the Titus family, Concord, NH.
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Preston W. Titus
- People:
- Titus
- Subjects:
- Bifocal, Case, Eyeglasses, Glasses, Spectacles
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