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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

French Opera Glasses
Located in Tampa, FL
A refined and elegant pair of late 19th century French opera glasses, crafted by the esteemed maker Lefils Paris.
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Antique 1880s French Scientific Instruments

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Bronze

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 figures with a cupid on handle.
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1920s French Decorative Objects

Vintage Russian Bolshoi Ballet Opera Glasses
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
As a usuable and durable pair of opera glasses they are very good. For collectors of USSR memoriblia , they are of course a rare find , enhanced by their association with the Bolshoi...
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Late 20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

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Glass, Bakelite

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