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Lorgnette

Object Name:
Lorgnette
Object ID:
1970.001.06
Date:
circa 1900
Description:
Lorgnette. Silver frame. Round clear glass perscription lenses. Hinged nosepiece which allows glasses to fold together (button on handle to release lenses). Nosepiece marked "STERLING" and has a hallmark containing an S and an E. Short silver handle, turned with shield-shape open handle.
Material:
Metal
Glass
Silver
Dimensions:
H-1.5 L-3.5 inches
Credit Line:
Gift of Nellie L. Pierce
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