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Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl
Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl

Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Lafontaine theatre binoculars in mother-of-pearl. They are small, light and designed to provide an

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Baroque Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Superb Cold War Era Naval Observation Binoculars
Superb Cold War Era Naval Observation Binoculars

Superb Cold War Era Naval Observation Binoculars

Located in New York, NY

An aesthetically and optically superb set of enormous Japanese Naval Binoculars in excellent

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Antique French Mother-of-Pearl Opera Binoculars

Antique French Mother-of-Pearl Opera Binoculars

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique French mother-of-pearl Opera binoculars. Listed price is for each piece.

Category

Early 20th Century French More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Brass

WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Big Eye Binoculars
WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Big Eye Binoculars

WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Big Eye Binoculars

Located in Luton, GB

These curvaceous Japanese binoculars are elegant and spectacular, with a far-reaching magnification

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Nautical Objects

Nikon WWII Navy Battleship Big Eye Binoculars
Nikon WWII Navy Battleship Big Eye Binoculars

Nikon WWII Navy Battleship Big Eye Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Luton, GB

These beautiful Imperial Navy Big Eye binoculars are as practical as they are elegant, with a far

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Modern Nautical Objects

Fuji Meibo Navy Bridge Binoculars 15 X 80
Fuji Meibo Navy Bridge Binoculars 15 X 80

Fuji Meibo Navy Bridge Binoculars 15 X 80

Located in Luton, GB

These beautiful Fuji Meibo binoculars are as practical as they are elegant, with a far-reaching

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Carl Zeiss World War 2 Binoculars, circa 1940
Carl Zeiss World War 2 Binoculars, circa 1940

Carl Zeiss World War 2 Binoculars, circa 1940

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Aspen, CO

These most interesting steel and brass 8 x 60 binoculars were manufactured by Carl Zeiss, Jena

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Binoculars Periscope 20 / 40x80 ZEISS WWII JENA, 1950s
Binoculars Periscope 20 / 40x80 ZEISS WWII JENA, 1950s

Binoculars Periscope 20 / 40x80 ZEISS WWII JENA, 1950s

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Mazowieckie, PL

Unique Periscope Binocular 20 / 40x80 CARL ZEISS WWII JENA from the 1950s binoculars in original

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

French Military Officer With Map And Binoculars
French Military Officer With Map And Binoculars

French Military Officer With Map And Binoculars

By Étienne Prosper Berne-Bellecour

Located in Mexico, MX

Oil on Panel. by french Painter E. Berne- Bellecour

Category

20th Century French Other Paintings

Materials

Panel

World War II German 10 x 80 Binoculars by Schneider
World War II German 10 x 80 Binoculars by Schneider

World War II German 10 x 80 Binoculars by Schneider

Located in Aspen, CO

These binoculars, circa early 1940s, were originally produced by Schneider in Kreuznach, Germany

Category

Vintage 1940s European Expressionist Historical Memorabilia

Carl Zeiss blc World War II Kreigsmarine Binoculars, circa 1940.
Carl Zeiss blc World War II Kreigsmarine Binoculars, circa 1940.

Carl Zeiss blc World War II Kreigsmarine Binoculars, circa 1940.

Located in Aspen, CO

Carl Zeiss World War II German 5 x 10 x 70 Binoculars, straight through binocular observation

Category

Vintage 1940s Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Carl Zeiss RWDF Periscope Binoculars on Tripod Stand, circa 1965
Carl Zeiss RWDF Periscope Binoculars on Tripod Stand, circa 1965

Carl Zeiss RWDF Periscope Binoculars on Tripod Stand, circa 1965

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Heathfield, East Sussex

binoculars were sent to our professional polisher and the results are magnificent. The entire optical system

Category

Vintage 1960s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel

Carl Zeiss Cold War Berlin Wall Periscope Binoculars on a Tripod
Carl Zeiss Cold War Berlin Wall Periscope Binoculars on a Tripod

Carl Zeiss Cold War Berlin Wall Periscope Binoculars on a Tripod

Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire

Berlin wall periscope binoculars on a tripod. ‘The Spy Who Came In From The Cold’ Carl Zeiss RWDF

Category

Vintage 1960s German Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

Jay Chiat’s “Grandpa Beaver” chair by Frank Gehry
Jay Chiat’s “Grandpa Beaver” chair by Frank Gehry

Jay Chiat’s “Grandpa Beaver” chair by Frank Gehry

By Frank Gehry

Located in Long Island City, NY

/Day advertising agency, for whom Gehry designed the iconic "Binoculars" Building in Venice, California

Category

Late 20th Century American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Paper

Carl Zeiss Naval 8 x 60 Binocular, circa 1950
Carl Zeiss Naval 8 x 60 Binocular, circa 1950

Carl Zeiss Naval 8 x 60 Binocular, circa 1950

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Aspen, CO

These rare and interesting Carl Zeiss Naval 8 x 60 binoculars are a true collector's piece, circa

Category

Vintage 1950s German Scientific Instruments

Bronze Lady, Signed 'Louis Hottot', 20th Century
Bronze Lady, Signed 'Louis Hottot', 20th Century

Bronze Lady, Signed 'Louis Hottot', 20th Century

Located in London, GB

, holding a pair of theatre binoculars. Signed by the French artist Louis Hottot beneath the green dress

Category

Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

World War 2 German Emil Busch Binocular
World War 2 German Emil Busch Binocular

World War 2 German Emil Busch Binocular

Located in Aspen, CO

These Emil Busch binoculars, circa 1940s, were originally produced for the German forces. The 45

Category

Vintage 1940s German Expressionist Historical Memorabilia

1920s Keystone Opthalmic Binocular
1920s Keystone Opthalmic Binocular

1920s Keystone Opthalmic Binocular

Located in Toronto, ON

vision testing and training. Great as an object of interest, lighting and binoculars still function

Category

Vintage 1920s American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Tin box Theme Pirate, 1950s
Tin box Theme Pirate, 1950s

Tin box Theme Pirate, 1950s

Located in Retie, BE

box with beautiful design of the material of the sea rover: pirate ship, a map, compass, binoculars

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Tin

WWII Carl Zeiss MSS 8 x 60 Binocular
WWII Carl Zeiss MSS 8 x 60 Binocular

WWII Carl Zeiss MSS 8 x 60 Binocular

Located in Aspen, CO

. The binoculars are fully functional. The dimensions are approximate; the height of the tripod is

Category

Mid-20th Century German Scientific Instruments

20th Century English Polished Observation Binoculars By Ross, c.1940
20th Century English Polished Observation Binoculars By Ross, c.1940

20th Century English Polished Observation Binoculars By Ross, c.1940

By Ross

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A rare set of 10 x 70 binoculars manufactured during WWII by Ross. They have been expertly cleaned

Category

20th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Binoculars
Binoculars

Binoculars

Sold|$8,378

Binoculars

By ZEISS

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of 10x80 binoculars with eyepieces set at 45 degrees, attributed to Zeiss. Set on period

Category

Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Oak

JAPANESE BINOCULARS
JAPANESE BINOCULARS

JAPANESE BINOCULARS

Located in New York, NY

Large standing polished steel naval binoculars. These powerful binoculars feature brass covers on

Category

20th Century Japanese More Furniture and Collectibles

Japanese Binoculars
Japanese Binoculars

Japanese Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

A superb pair of Japanese Binoculars on an aluminum gimble and old adjustable wooden tripod tripod

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese More Furniture and Collectibles

Miniature Binoculars
Miniature Binoculars

Miniature Binoculars

Located in New York, NY

Victorian miniature brass and brown crocodile binoculars. Perfect for the theater/opera!

Category

Antique 19th Century English Decorative Objects

Field Binoculars
Field Binoculars

Field Binoculars

Sold|$5,800

Field Binoculars

Located in New York, NY

Large pair of field binoculars on adjustable tripod stand. Nickel-plated with brass accents.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Binoculars 15x80
Binoculars 15x80

Binoculars 15x80

Sold|$49,000

Binoculars 15x80

By Nikon

Located in Aspen, CO

Nikon marine binoculars mounted on a wooden period tripod, these exceptional binoculars display

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Aviation Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Naval Binoculars
Naval Binoculars

Naval Binoculars

Sold|$15,303

Naval Binoculars

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Fuji Meibo 15 x 80 marine binoculars on later extending wood and chromed metal stand with

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Chinese Military Binoculars
Chinese Military Binoculars

Chinese Military Binoculars

Located in Norwell, MA

High power binoculars on custom hardwood pedestal with cut crystal lenses precision binoculars with

Category

Vintage 1960s Asian Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Japanese WWII Binoculars
Japanese WWII Binoculars

Japanese WWII Binoculars

Located in New York, NY

Large standing World War II polished steel Japanese lookout binoculars on adjustable wood tripod

Category

20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects

Vintage Observation Binoculars
Vintage Observation Binoculars

Vintage Observation Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

A pair of Polish ex military observation binoculars with 45º incline eyepieces mounted onto an

Category

Vintage 1950s Scientific Instruments

German Rangefinder Binoculars
German Rangefinder Binoculars

German Rangefinder Binoculars

Located in New York, NY

Large standing World War II polished steel German flak binoculars on adjustable wood tripod stand

Category

20th Century German More Furniture and Collectibles

Japanese WWII Binoculars
Japanese WWII Binoculars

Japanese WWII Binoculars

By Carl Zeiss

Located in New York, NY

Large standing World War II polished steel Japanese naval binoculars on adjustable Zeiss WWII

Category

20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects

Military Nikon Binoculars
Military Nikon Binoculars

Military Nikon Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Nikon 20 X 120 military binoculars. Set on a period, extendable oak and polished metal

Category

Vintage 1940s Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Zeiss 10x80 Binoculars
Zeiss 10x80 Binoculars

Zeiss 10x80 Binoculars

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Zeiss 10x80 binoculars with eyepieces set at 45 degrees. Set on period, extending oak and

Category

Vintage 1940s German Nautical Objects

Carl Zeiss Binoculars
Carl Zeiss Binoculars

Carl Zeiss Binoculars

By ZEISS

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Carl Zeiss 10 x 80 binoculars with eyepieces set at 45 degrees. Set on period, extending

Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Aviation Objects

Materials

Metal

Fuji Meibo Binoculars
Fuji Meibo Binoculars

Fuji Meibo Binoculars

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Fuji Meibo 15 x 80 marine binoculars on later extending wood and brass stand with chromed

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Aviation Objects

Materials

Metal

Solid Brass Marine Binoculars
Solid Brass Marine Binoculars

Solid Brass Marine Binoculars

Located in Norwell, MA

Exceptional pair of French yachting binoculars. Polished and lacquered gentleman's binoculars with

Category

Antique 1890s French Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

WWII Binoculars on Stand
WWII Binoculars on Stand

WWII Binoculars on Stand

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Polished Observation Binoculars 10 x 80 – from Schneider from Kreuznach WW2 Binoculars made by the

Category

Vintage 1940s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Japanese Nikon WWII Binoculars
Japanese Nikon WWII Binoculars

Japanese Nikon WWII Binoculars

Located in Eindhoven, NL

gigantic binoculars that were used during the Second World War were mostly copied from Japanese models. A

Category

Vintage 1940s Nautical Objects

Solid Brass Marine Binoculars
Solid Brass Marine Binoculars

Solid Brass Marine Binoculars

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of highly polished and lacquered marine and field binoculars with adjustable lenses. Focal

Category

Antique Early 1900s Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Military Binoculars on Stand
Military Binoculars on Stand

Military Binoculars on Stand

Located in London, GB

Superb 1940's French made 12 x 60 binoculars (12 power magnification and 60 mm objective lenses

Category

Vintage 1940s French Scientific Instruments

Art Deco Marine Binoculars
Art Deco Marine Binoculars

Art Deco Marine Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Nikon 20 x 120 marine binoculars. Set on a period, extendable oak and polished metal

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Fuji Meibo Naval Binoculars
Fuji Meibo Naval Binoculars

Fuji Meibo Naval Binoculars

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Fuji Meibo 15 x 80 marine binoculars on later extending wood and brass stand with chromed

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Russian Army Field Binoculars
Russian Army Field Binoculars

Russian Army Field Binoculars

Located in Wiscasset, ME

The optics are great.

Category

Vintage 1950s Russian Scientific Instruments

WWII Kriegsmarine Binoculars 1940 -1945
WWII Kriegsmarine Binoculars 1940 -1945

WWII Kriegsmarine Binoculars 1940 -1945

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Fully polished German Kriegsmarine binoculars that were used on German warships during the Second

Category

Vintage 1940s German Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Carl Zeiss Marine Binoculars WWII
Carl Zeiss Marine Binoculars WWII

Carl Zeiss Marine Binoculars WWII

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Completely polished Carl Zeiss marine binoculars. This is a copy that was delivered to the Swedish

Category

Vintage 1940s German Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Carl Zeiss "Eug" Binoculars
Rare Carl Zeiss "Eug" Binoculars

Rare Carl Zeiss "Eug" Binoculars

Located in Wiscasset, ME

These impressive 10 x 80 Kriegsmarine binoculars feature arguably the best optics created by Carl

Category

Vintage 1940s German Nautical Objects

Observation Binoculars 10 x 80
Observation Binoculars 10 x 80

Observation Binoculars 10 x 80

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German observation binoculars, 10 X 80. A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars

Category

Mid-20th Century German More Furniture and Collectibles

Nikon 20X120 WW11 Marine Binoculars
Nikon 20X120 WW11 Marine Binoculars

Nikon 20X120 WW11 Marine Binoculars

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Nikon 20x120 WWII Naval Binoculars in full working order. Chromed metal and brass Binoculars, Set

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Chrome

Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars
Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars

Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German observation binoculars, 10 X 80 A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted

Category

Mid-20th Century European Aviation Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Observation Binoculars by Schneider WWII
Observation Binoculars by Schneider WWII

Observation Binoculars by Schneider WWII

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Polished observation binoculars 10 x 80 Schneider, Kreuznach 1940 WW2 Binoculars by the German

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Brass Marine Binoculars
Pair of Brass Marine Binoculars

Pair of Brass Marine Binoculars

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of early 20th century marine binoculars. Polished and lacquered finish. Weight is 1 pound.

Category

Vintage 1930s Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Brass Marine Binoculars from Japan
Brass Marine Binoculars from Japan

Brass Marine Binoculars from Japan

Located in Norwell, MA

Highly polished and lacquered binoculars marked Naval on the eyepiece and Japan on the bracket

Category

Vintage 1940s Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Nikon
WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Nikon

WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Nikon

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A Pair of chromed metal and brass Nikon 20x120 WWII Naval/Marine Binoculars. Set on a Swiss timber

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Leather Covered Brass Yachting Binoculars
Leather Covered Brass Yachting Binoculars

Leather Covered Brass Yachting Binoculars

Located in Norwell, MA

Early twentieth century yachting binoculars with fine brown leather covers on the barrels and

Category

Vintage 1920s French Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

French Made Brass Yachting Binoculars
French Made Brass Yachting Binoculars

French Made Brass Yachting Binoculars

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of highly polished and lacquered French made yachting binoculars by Lemaire of Paris. With

Category

Antique Early 1900s Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

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Binoculars For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of binoculars available for sale. Frequently made of metal, brass and aluminum, all binoculars available were constructed with great care. Binoculars have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Binoculars are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Industrial and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many binoculars are appealing in their simplicity, but Carl Zeiss, Joseph Schneider and Fuji Meibo produced popular binoculars that are worth a look.

How Much are Binoculars?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $7,297, while they’re typically $52 on the low end and $65,000 highest priced.
Questions About Binoculars
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Choosing a set of binoculars is really a matter of preference and will depend on the intended use. The magnification strength, objective lens diameter, protective features and materials used will all vary depending on how you will use them. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of binoculars for any activity ranging from bird watching to going to the opera.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    J. P. Lemiere invented binoculars. In 1825, he created the first example of modern-day binoculars, a pair of opera glasses that could magnify objects across short distances. Building on his work, Ignazio Porro unveiled a more powerful pair in 1854 by adding a prism system. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, opera glasses are not the same as binoculars. Although they resemble one another, opera glasses are usually smaller than binoculars and have lower-power optics that do not magnify as much. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique opera glasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many binoculars are made in Europe as of December 2021. They include models manufactured by the brands Belomo, Blaser, IOR, Kahles, Leica, Meopta, Minox, Noblex, Optolyth Steiner and Zeiss. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of antique and vintage binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between opera glasses and binoculars relates to their size and optics. Opera glasses are generally smaller and feature low-power optics. They are usually used only for viewing theatrical performances. Larger, more powerful binoculars have a wide range of uses. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of opera glasses and binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Currently, the military uses an M22 binocular as their primary field binocular with 7X magnification. In the past, the military used a range of hand-held binoculars and tripod-mounted binoculars for their scouting needs. Shop a collection of vintage, authentic military binoculars on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, Carl Zeiss binoculars are generally thought of as good in terms of their quality. The German maker is one of the leading manufacturers of binoculars in the world. The company uses only fine-quality materials like all-metal bodies and high-end glass in its products, and strict quality controls guide the manufacturing process to ensure that its binoculars are flawless. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Carl Zeiss binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To spot fake Zeiss binoculars, examine their details and compare them to photos of authentic examples of the same model. Counterfeiters often miss small details. For instance, the focus knobs may be the wrong size or shape, or screw hardware may protrude in areas where they should be flush. Checking the serial number can also be beneficial. On Zeiss binoculars, you can usually find it along the hinge, below the right eyepiece or between the tube and the left hinge. Research your model to find out where the serial number should appear. If your binoculars have the serial number somewhere else, they may not be authentic. Cross-referencing the serial number with information shared on trusted online resources can also help you identify a fake. When in doubt, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Carl Zeiss binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether Nikon binoculars are made in Japan or China depends on the model. All of the brand's high-end binoculars come from Japanese factories. However, Chinese facilities produce some entry-level models. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of vintage binoculars.

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