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Desktop Magnifying Glass

Magnifier Accessories Gold Bronce Desktop Eagle Claw Base Early 20th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Brass adjustable desk magnifier 20th century Elegant desktop magnifying glass made of golden
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Early 20th Century French Other Scientific Instruments

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Hermes Desktop Magnifier Paperweight in Silver, 1960s
By Hermès
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Hermes Paris magnifying glass desk accessory with domed lens ensconced in a silver frame
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Paperweights

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Sterling Silver

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Located in Roma, IT
the second half of the eighteen century and lasting for about hundred years. One need a magnifying
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Maison Hermès, “Eye” Desktop Magnifying Glass in Gilt Brass, 1960s
By Hermès
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
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Maison Hermès, “Eye” Desktop Magnifying Glass in Gilt Brass, 1960s
By Hermès
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maison Hermès, signed. “Eye” desktop magnifying glass in gilt brass shaped like a stylized eye
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English Antique Desktop Magnifying Glass Curio
Located in London, GB
A good quality English adjustable magniftying lens. England, c1900s. Ideal desk top curio or shelf display. Good quality and weight. Patinated brass. Location: Lon...
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Workmen’s Magnifying Glass, circa 1950
Located in Faversham, GB
Industrial desktop magnifying glass from a factory workshop near Bristol. The magnifying glass
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Workmen’s Magnifying Glass, circa 1950
Workmen’s Magnifying Glass, circa 1950
H 18.51 in W 5.91 in D 1.97 in
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Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage cartographer's magnifying glass. An English, brass desktop library aid, dating to
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Adnet Style Saddle Leather and Glass Desktop Loupe
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
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Vintage Bench Magnifier Lamp, English, Industrial, Light, Desk, circa 1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Optically ground, precision crown glass to the magnifying loupe Ergonomic Angle poise lamp frame with
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Vintage Bench Magnifier Lamp, English, Industrial, Light, Desk, circa 1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Optically ground, precision crown glass to the magnifying loupe Ergonomic Angle poise lamp frame with
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Vintage Industrial Desktop Magnifying Glass, circa 1960
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Vintage Industrial Desktop magnifying glass, circa 1960. Nice original patina.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Brass Desktop Magnifying Glass
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish brass magnifying glass from the second half on the 1800s. The magnifying glass is
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Located in Hele, Devon, GB
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Located in Hele, Devon, GB
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Vintage Herz German Desk Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
magnifying glass. Great patina to leather. All pieces are stamped Germany. A functional desktop accessory.
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Vintage Herz German Desk Set
Vintage Herz German Desk Set
H 1 in W 3.5 in D 10.25 in
Gold Brass Adjustable Desktop Magnifier Accessories 20th Century Glass
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Brass adjustable desk magnifier 20th century Elegant desktop magnifying glass made of golden
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Large Brass Lens
Located in Middleburg, VA
This oversized brass and glass magnifying lens is a great desktop or table top accessory.
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Large Brass Lens
Large Brass Lens
H 5.25 in Dm 9.25 in
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Questions About Desktop Magnifying Glass
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A magnifying glass can also be called a loupe. The loupe is a small magnifying device that helps the user see small details. You’ll find a variety of magnifying glasses or loupes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best magnifying glass should be lightweight, have a large diameter, provide a wide viewing area, and offer high, distortion-free magnification. However, finding one unit that offers all of these attributes is almost impossible. Shop a range of antique and vintage magnifying glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The use of magnifying glasses is linked as far back as the ancient Egyptians. In Egypt, they used crystals or other shiny stones to view small objects better. However, the first magnifying glass crafted for scientific purposes is believed to be designed by Roger Bacon, an English philosopher during the 13th century. Browse a wide selection of vintage magnifying glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    For coin collectors, a magnifying glass range of 10X to 30X is standard. At this range, you can easily examine mint markings and imperfections as well as grade coins. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity when collecting coins. 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.