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Object Name
Lorgnette and Case
Object Number
2005-34-1 a,b
Description
Lorgnette - gold frame with glass. Spring in center of bridge where eyeglasses flip open and close. Ring on one side of lorgnette. Case oval in shape, opening at one end, brown leather covering paper. Label printed in gold on one side but case well worn and writing difficult to read
Category
Personal Artifacts
Date Made
ca. 1870-1890
Dimensions
3 3/4" x 1" (eyeglasses) 3 1/2" x 1 1/2" (case)
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