French Magnifying Glass
Hermes Rope Motif Magnifying Glass, 1960s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous, stately magnifying glass by Hermes in cast metal with silver plating. A handle projects
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Vintage 1960s French Paperweights
Materials
Metal, Silver
Chanel magnifying glass necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal chain necklace with a magnifying glass pendant. Jewelry from
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
19th Century French Pewter Magnifying Glass with Laurel Leaf Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant and unusual, antique magnifying glass was crafted in Paris, France, circa 1870. The
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Antique Late 19th Century French More Desk Accessories
Materials
Pewter
Hermes Equestrian Magnifying Loupe, 1970s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
collection. This elegant Hermès loupe is a stunning object. A dome of glass slides across a piece of paper
Category
Vintage 1970s French Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Silver
Mid 20th Century Hermes Horse Head Magnifying Glass, France, Circa 1960
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Introducing an elegant mid 20th-century Hermes Horse Head Magnifying Glass from France, Circa 1960
Category
Mid-20th Century French Paperweights
Materials
Glass
$1,700
H 2 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in
Hermes Golf Ball Magnifying Loupe, 1960s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Hermes magnifying glass/loupe is a beautiful personality piece that is ideal for a
Category
Vintage 1960s French Paperweights
Materials
Metal
Chanel Magnifying Glass Pendant Necklace Spring 2002
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
An iconic Chanel quilt frame magnifying glass pendant necklace from Spring 2002. The pendant has a
Category
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Through the Lens: 19th Century Standing Magnifying Glass
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully crafted 19th-century standing magnifying glass, featuring a circular lens mounted
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments
Materials
Glass, Wood
Chanel Gold & Red Gripoix Magnifying Glass Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the world of timeless elegance with the Chanel Gold & Red Gripoix Magnifying Glass
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
1993 Chanel Long Chain Necklace Magnifying Glass
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
Chanel chain necklace with large magnifying glass loupe pendant.
High gloss gold-tone gilt metal
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Hermes Vintage Leather and Bronze Desk Magnifying Glass
By Hermès
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Vintage Hermes Leather and Bronze Desk Magnifying Glass
Elegant gilt bronze magnifying glass with
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20th Century French Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Bronze
Chanel Vintage Chunky Chain Link Magnifying Glass Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage sautoir necklace featuring chunky gold tone chain link and magnifying glass pendant
Category
20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Zodiac Wall Lamp by Jacques Biny for Lita
By Jacques Biny, Lita
Located in Echt, NL
: Polished brass with magnifying glass.
Wall mount: Black lacquered.
If you have any questions, please
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
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Magnified glass bone handle
Located in Santa Monica, CA
very fine carving on handle
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Early 20th Century French Desk Accessories
Chanel Magnifying Glass Pendant Sautoir
By Chanel
Located in Roslyn, NY
Rare vintage Chanel piece. Double chain necklace. Magnifying glass pendant. Twisted metal design
Category
Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces
1970's magnifying glass by Hermès
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Rare leather and brass desk lens by Maison Hermès
France
Circa 1970's
Category
Vintage 1970s French Desk Sets
Materials
Brass
Limoges Cobalt Gold Encrusted Library Magnifying Glass
By Limoges
Located in South Newfane, VT
Produced in Limoges, France during the Belle Époque, this cobalt porcelain magnifying glass is
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque More Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
A 1980s Vintage Chanel Magnifying Glass Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
An 80s vintage Chanel magnifying glass sautoir gold-toned necklace
Chain length: 45 cm
Pendant
Category
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Vintage CHANEL Logo Braided Magnifying Glass Double Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHANEL Logo Braided Magnifying Glass Double Chain Necklace
Measurements:
Pendant: 3.15
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces
CHANEL Vintage Double Chain Necklace or Belt Magnifying Glass
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Georgetown, ME
Vintage CHANEL Double Chain Necklace With Magnifying Glass! I love these Chanel magnifying glass
Category
1990s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage CHANEL Logo Torsade Magnifying Glass Ultra Long Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHANEL Logo Torsade Magnifying Glass Ultra Long Chain Necklace
Measurements:
Pendant
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20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Vintage HERMES Gold Horse Head Art Deco Paperweight Magnifying Glass
By Hermès
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage HERMES Gold Horse Head Art Deco Paperweight Magnifying Glass
Measurements:
Horse Head
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1970s French For The Desk
Vintage Chanel Gold Tone CC Logo Magnifying Glass Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Chanel chain necklace. It has a round magnifying glass pendant with the CC logo in the
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1990s French Chain Necklaces
Vintage Chanel Gold Tone Etched Link Chain Magnifying Glass Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
. Rolo link chain with intricate etched detail. Round magnifying glass pendant with woven border. Lobster
Category
Vintage 1980s French Drop Necklaces
Chanel 1980s vintage long magnifying glass loupe gold plated pendant necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel 1980s vintage long magnifying glass loupe gold plated pendant necklace
CC logo featured
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Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
CHANEL 1990s Gilted metal chain necklace with magnifying glass and coin pendant
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
magnifying glass pendants in a Byzantine inspiration.
Signed on a plate next to the clasp.
From the 1990s
Category
1990s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
French Silver Plated Figural Magnifying Glass, Horse
Located in Bath, GB
A lovely and most unusual magnifying glass, the handled modelled as a horse's head. It has just
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Hermes, Paris, Cordage Magnifying Glass, c.1960
By Hermès
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous vintage French silver plated magnifier created c.1960's for the "Cordage" range, a range
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Hermes Equestrian Magnifying Glass, 1970s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant equestrian Hermès magnifying glass with Hermès Paris stamped on the base. Features an
Category
Vintage 1970s French Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
Hermes Equestrian Magnifying Glass, 1960s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant equestrian Hermès magnifying glass with Hermès Paris stamped on the base. Features an
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Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets
Materials
Brass
Collection of Antique Magnifying Glasses
Located in Petaluma, CA
Here is a very nice varied collection of antique magnifying glasses, consisting of: a large blue
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Early 20th Century French Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Walnut Magnifying Glass Freeform Mirror, French, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very interesting mirror is made of a freeform walnut magnifying glass. This is a beautiful
Category
Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
French Cane and magnifying glass in silver and good
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
contrasting solid silver handle with a circular shape that protects a magnifying glass or magnifying glass
Category
1930s French Canes and Walking Sticks
Chanel Magnifying Glass Necklace, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal magnifying glass necklace from the 1980s.
Additional
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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
Chanel Magnifying Glass Necklace, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with a magnifying glass pendant. Jewelry from the
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20th Century French More Necklaces
French Laboratory Magnifying Glass on Cast Iron Adjustable Stand
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Late 19th century French laboratory magnifying glass on cast iron adjustable stand.
Excellent
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Scientific Instruments
Materials
Iron
Large Antique French Folding Brass Magnifying Glass, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
Always highly sought-after, this is a large example of a French folding magnifying glass, the
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Chanel Pendant Necklace Magnifying Glass, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with a magnifying glass pendant. A 2cc5 Collection
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Chanel Loupe/Magnifying Glass with Chain
By Chanel
Located in Gresham, OR
Chanel magnifying glass/loupe on chain. Gold tone metal link doubled chain. Lens is edged in gold
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1990s French Chain Necklaces
Chanel Magnifying Glass Pendant Necklace 1980s
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
An iconic Chanel quilt frame magnifying glass pendant necklace from the early 1980s. The pendant
Category
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
1995 Chanel Magnifying Glass Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
magnifying glass pendant decorated with grape and flower filigree around the edge. Double CC decorated hook
Category
1990s French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Horse Motif Gold Magnifying Glass Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, France. Equestrian, French, 18k gold… this is the perfect Town and Country
Category
Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Golden Metal Magnifying Glass Necklace, 1985
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal magnifying glass necklace with costume pearls and a pendant
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20th Century French More Necklaces
Chanel Magnifying Glass Golden Metal Necklace, 1982
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with a magnifying glass pendant. 1982 Collection
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
1960s Hermès Eye of Cleopatra Magnifying Glass Paperweight
Located in Aspen, CO
1960s Hermès "Eye of Cleopatra" brass magnifying glass paperweight in the original box.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Paperweights
Materials
Brass
CHANEL Vintage long necklace Magnifying glass Pendant
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
long necklace with a rich gold link chain.
A magnifying glass, set in textured gold, is the
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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
Through the Looking Glass: Napoleon III Magnifying Graphoscope
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Napoleon III period graphoscope is a beautifully crafted magnifying device from the
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood, Glass
1990's Chanel Long Magnifying Glass Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1990's Chanel gold plated chain and magnifying glass pendant necklace. Small tag with Chanel
Category
1990s French Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel 1983 Vintage Magnifying Glass Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in US
Creative Director of Chanel in 1983, showcases an elegant magnifying glass pendant with a 24k gold plated
Category
Vintage 1980s French Aesthetic Movement Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
French Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass/Paperweight circa 1910, Cindo, Paris
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually are the condenser or magnifier from a Magic Lantern dating to circa 1910; they are ...
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Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Paperweights
Chanel Golden Metal Magnifying Glass Necklace, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with rhinestones. Jewellery from the 1980s
Category
20th Century French Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Hermès Mini Magnifying Glass in Silver-Plated Metal
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Hermès - (Made in France) Small magnifying glass in silver-plated metal.
Additional information
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1990s French For The Desk
Vintage Cartier Gold Desk Clock with Magnifying Glass
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare vintage yellow gold clock with magnifying glass for reading created by Cartier in the 1930's
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French Desk Accessories
Chanel Magnifying Glass Necklace in Gold Plated Metal
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
.
Additional information:
Dimensions: Length: 70 cm - Diameter of the magnifying glass: 5.5 cm
Condition: Very
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20th Century French More Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Hermes Vintage "Cleopatra Eye" Desk Magnifying Glass Paperweight
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES vintage gold plated desk magnifying glass and paperweight featuring a massive "Cleopatra Eye
Category
20th Century French For The Desk
1995 Chanel Magnifying Glass Necklace with Green Stones
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
chain with a large magnifying glass pendant. Glass is framed in small green poured glass jade-like
Category
1990s French Renaissance Revival Chain Necklaces
Materials
Other, Gold Plate
CHANEL 1987 Magnifying Glass On A Long Goldtone Chain
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 1987 Magnifying Glass On A Long Goldtone Chain
Age: c. 1987
Made in France
Category
Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
CHANEL extra long gold necklace with magnifying glass pendant
By Chanel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rich gold heavy link chain necklace with magnifying glass pendant. 'CC' detail on pendant. Spring
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1990s French More Necklaces
Hermes Oeil Magnifying Glass / Paperweight Palladium Eye of Cleopatra
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Eye of Cleopatra magnifying glass / paperweight in palladium plated
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21st Century and Contemporary French For The Desk
Hermes Paris Equine Bookmark Magnifying Glass in Hermes Box
By Hermès
Located in University City, MO
Hermes Paris Equine bookmark-magnifying glass in Hermes box
The sleek chrome metal figural bookmark
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Late 20th Century French Curiosities
Iconic Vintage Chanel Gold Magnifying Glass "Gripoix" Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Iconic vintage Coco Chanel gilt metal magnifying glass pendant necklace with red "pate de verre
Category
Late 20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Mid-Century Maria Pergay Silvered Bronze Antler Magnifying Glass
By Maria Pergay
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Rare cast silvered bronze antler magnifying glass by Maria Pergay
France, circa 1960 (is
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Bronze
1960s Vintage Hermès “Eye Of Cleopatra” Desk Magnifying Glass
By Hermès
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a desk magnifying glass designed by Jean Cocteau for Hermes in 1960’s. It represents the
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Gold Plate
A Round Gilt Metal Magnifying Mirror
By Miroir Brot
Located in New York, NY
A Round Gilt Metal Magnifying Mirror pivoting on stand with plain mirror on stand with square glass
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20th Century French More Mirrors
Materials
Glass
Chanel 1984 Double Chain Magnifying Glass Long Necklace w. Faux Pearls & Crystals
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
c.1984
Made in France
Double chain necklace with faux pearls.
Removable magnifying glass hangs
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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
Zodiac Wall Sconce By Jacques Biny
Located in Dronten, NL
Wall sconce by Jacques Biny
Zodiac, manufactured by lita in France
Brass shade with magnifying
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Early 20th Century French Magnifying Glass with Ornate Pewter Handle
Located in Wainscott, NY
Early 20th century French magnifying glass with ornate pewter handle
Found in the South of France.
Category
20th Century French More Desk Accessories
Materials
Pewter
French Copper Magnifying Glass with Weighted Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely French magnifying glass with a nice weighted handle. The ornate handle detail and braid work
Category
20th Century French Victorian Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
French Baroque Style Hand Carved Bone Figural Magnifying Glass, 19th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
Ant antique French Baroque style figural magnifying glass offers handle with hand carved bone
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Antique 19th Century French Baroque Glass
Materials
Brass
Hermès France Desk Magnifying Glass in Silvered Metal, 1960s
By Hermès
Located in Milan, IT
Hermès France Desk Magnifying Glass in Silvered Metal.
Fully signed Hermès France.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal
19th Century French Chatelaine Magnifying Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handmade magnifying glass originally part of a chatelaine, dating to the early 19th Century
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Copper
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Edwardian Sterling Silver and Blue Guilloche Enamel-Mounted Magnifying Glass
By George Hope
Located in New York, NY
Large, Edwardian, sterling silver and blue guilloche enamel-mounted magnifying glass, Birmingham, England, 1906, Geo. Hope - maker. Measures almost 9 inches long x 3 3/4 inches diame...
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Metal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Italian 1950s Ship Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This very decorative chandelier was hand made in Italy in the 1950s. It has beautiful beaded detail to create the hull, rigging and sails, with an interesting crow's nest at the top ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Hermes, Paris - Silver & Gold Plated Vase / Beaker / Desk Cup
By Hermès
Located in Bath, GB
A rare find, this stunning small vase / beaker / cup is perfect for a small bouquet, pens on a desk-top or perhaps cosmetic brushes on a dressing table; or simply enjoy it's modernis...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Rare Hermès, Paris Equestrian / Horse Box c.1970
By Hermès, Ravinet D' Enfert
Located in Bath, GB
A very rare example of a French mid-century modern silver plate and gold plate box by the iconic French fashion house, Hermès of Paris.
A stunning design in silverplate with a gilde...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Hermes Equestrian Desk Notepad, Silver-plated, Desk Accessorie
By Hermès
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Hermes Equestrian Desk Notepad, Silver-plated, Desk Accessorie
Silvered brass desk notepad. This stunning desk accessory was made by the luxury French retailer, Hermès.
Designed an...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Brass
Sterling Silver Equestrian Letter Opener by Hermes Paris
By Hermès
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Sterling Silver Equestrian Letter Opener by Hermes Paris
Beautiful letter opener with a horse head handle and decorated with vertical lines towards the tip, signed on the bottom.
Mea...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hermès, Scissors Equestrian Horse Head in Silver Plate, 1960's-1970's Paris
By Ravinet D' Enfert, Hermès
Located in Lausanne, CH
An elegant pair of scissors designed and retailed by Hermès, manufactured by silversmiths Ravinet d'Enfert, Paris France.
The handles are silverplate and the blades are in stainless ...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel
$4,060
H 0.44 in W 3.35 in D 8.27 in
Hermes Equestrian Desk Tray, 1960s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant silver Hermès desk tray with a detailed horse head handle in solid metal. Hermès Paris stamped on the side as well as Made In France. Beautiful condition to metal with minima...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
1970's "stirrup " letter opener by Hermès
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
1970's "stirrup" letter opener by Maison Hermès
This an unusual piece
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Vintage 1970s French Letter Openers
Materials
Silver Plate
Jade and Sterling Silver Large Magnifying Glass
By Edward Farmer
Located in New York, NY
Jade and sterling silver large magnifying glass, early 20th century.
Makers mark for Edward Farmer, New York.
Category
Early 20th Century American More Desk Accessories
Materials
Jade, Sterling Silver
Hermes Equestrian Giant Paper Clip, 1960s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Substantial Hermès paper clip with a detailed horse head handle in solid metal. Hermès Paris stamped on the top. Light patina to silver. Large scale with good weight to it. Only one ...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
Hermes Equestrian Paper Holder, 1960s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Substantial Hermès paper holder with a detailed horse head handle in solid metal. Hermès Paris stamped on the base as well as Made In France. Light patina to silver. Large scale with...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
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French Magnifying Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of French magnifying glass available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of French magnifying glass — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of French magnifying glass, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Hermès, Maria Pergay and Cartier each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of French magnifying glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a French Magnifying Glass?
A piece of French magnifying glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $918, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $5,436.
Questions About French Magnifying Glass
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The 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, 2022A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022For 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is French opaline glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022French opaline glass was made in France between 1810 and 1890 and has a white finish that resembles milk glass. The first colors made were turquoise, yellow and pink, but as the period progressed they made brighter colors in an effort to imitate Bohemian glass. Find a collection of expertly vetted French opaline glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify French opaline glass, hold it up to a light source. Genuine opaline glass should appear translucent and take on a pink or red tint. Also, turn the piece over. Because opaline glass is hand-blown, you should see a small circular point at the center of the base. If you're still not certain about the identification, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a range of opaline glass on 1stDibs.
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