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Do opera glasses work?

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Do opera glasses work?
Yes, opera glasses work and provide magnification in the range of 3x, sometimes even more. Opera glasses are typically more compact and have an elegance that’s not found in regular binoculars. They’re just what you need to view the stage better during a performance so as not to miss anything. Shop a collection of opera glasses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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French Victorian Brass Opera Glasses
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian mother of pearl and brass opera glasses with handle
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Scientific Instruments

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Glass

Binoculars Opera Glasses with Leather Case
Located in Miami, FL
Binoculars opera glasses with leather case.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Scientific Instruments

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Bakelite

Opera Glasses, Binoculars by G.Rodenstock
Located in Miami, FL
Opera glasses, binoculars by G. Rodenstock.
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Late 20th Century German Art Deco Scientific Instruments

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Bakelite

Lemaire Enamel Opera Glasses
Located in New York, NY
Lemaire Enamel Opera Glasses made in Paris circa 1930's with hand enamel painted 18th Century
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1920s French Decorative Objects

French Metamorphic Opera Glasses, 18K Gold
Located in New Orleans, LA
These unique 18K metamorphic gold French opera glasses are the epitome of both elegance and luxury
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Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

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Gold

Theater / Opera glasses, 19th Century Binocular
Located in Bilzen, BE
Old telescopic theater opera glasses. Model in gilded brass and mother-of-pearl Optical perfect
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Antique Late 19th Century Napoleon III Scientific Instruments

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Brass

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