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George III Gallery Magnifying Glass
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A George III gallery magnifying glass, the circular glass within a mahogany frame, the baluster
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19th Century English George III Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Mahogany
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
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Metal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Chinese Export Carved Bone & Sterling Silver Magnifying Glass
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine antique chinese export magnifying glass. The handle constructed from bone and heavily
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19th Century Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Silver-Mounted Magnifying Glass, Birmingham, 1901
Located in Spencertown, NY
The curling glass handle with silver mount connecting to magnifying glass.
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Silver
Magnifying Glass on Stand, 19th Century
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Magnifying glasses are already recorded as far back as the Ancient Greeks. Troughout history they
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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Softwood, Walnut
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
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Early 20th Century American Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Jade, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Sterling Silver and Deep Pink Enamel-Mounted Magnifying Glass
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian, sterling silver and deep pink guilloche enamel-mounted magnifying glass, Sheffield
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Metal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Very Large George III Rosewood Gallery Magnifying Glass
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A very large George III rosewood gallery magnifying glass, the circular glass within a rosewood
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Rosewood
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Magnifying Glass
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique bronze Zodiac magnifying glass
By Tiffany Studios (signed on the
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Bronze
Handsome Letter Opener, Magnifying Glass with Alligator Handles, Sterling Mounts
Located in Buchanan, MI
Handsome letter opener, magnifying glass with alligator handles, sterling mounts.
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Early 20th Century European Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Silver, Stainless Steel
H 10 in W 4 in D 0.5 in
Small Antique English Brass Magnifying Glass c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
A lovely little magnifying glass made from solid brass with a handle; the perfect size to pop in
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Letter Opener & Magnifying Glass
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique bronze letter opener and magnifying glass featuring Zodiac symbols
By Tiffany
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Bronze
H 0.63 in W 4.25 in D 8.88 in
19th Century Chinese Silver and Jade Magnifying Glass, circa 1880
Located in Central England, GB
A Rare 19th century chinese silver and jade magnifying glass.
This finely worked and intricately
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Silver
Fancy Silver Plate Edwardian Magnifying Glass, ca. 1910
Located in Petaluma, CA
This is magnifying glass is about the highest quality example you can find. Silver plate over
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Bronze
American Victorian Walnut Cased Standing Magnifying Glass
Located in Hudson, NY
This large American Victorian standing magnifying glass is encased in a carved and turned walnut
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Antique English Brass Cased Folding Magnifying Glass c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A lovely shaped little folding / pocket magnifying glass which folds into a shaped brass case
Category
1920s British Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
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H 1.75 in W 1.38 in D 0.25 in
Bronze Magnifying Glass w/ Art Nouveau Nude, ca. 1910
Located in Petaluma, CA
This lovely high quality magnifying glass makes a perfect piece for the art nouveau lover, or
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Bronze
Brass Framed Monumental Sized Magnifying Glass with Natural Horn Handle
Located in Savannah, GA
This monumental sized horn handled magnifying glass with brass framework and stem, is of heavy
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Early 1900s German Black Forest Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
English Art Nouveau Sheffield Sterling Silver Mounted Large Magnifying Glass
Located in New York, NY
embraced in scrolls, this magnifying glass has its handle in Sheffield sterling silver with maker's marks
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Stainless Steel, Silver
H 8.5 in W 4 in D 0.6 in
Chinese Export Silver and Jade Magnifying Glass, C.1890
Located in Toronto, ON
Rare Chinese Export Silver and Jade Magnifying Glass, C.1890. The pierced foliate silver frame
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Jade, Silver
Collection of Seven 19th Century English Brass Magnifying Glasses on Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
This captivating set of seven 19th century English brass magnifying glasses is a testament to the
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19th Century English Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
Antique Pale Celadon Ruki-Shaped Chinese Jade Hairpin / Magnifying Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique jade mounted as a magnifying glass.
In the form of a Ruki shaped hairpin. The glass
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Early 20th Century Chinese Gilded Age Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Jade
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W 2.09 in D 0.67 in L 7.88 in
Antique English Pocket Magnifying Glass / Loop With Compass c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A charming little folding loop or magnifying glass made from brass, dating to the early twentieth
Category
1920s British Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
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H 1.88 in W 1 in D 0.5 in
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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Late 19th Century French Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Pewter
English Edwardian Brass Pivoting Magnifying Glass on Stand c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome antique English magnifying glass on stand which pivots on a ball and socket fitting
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
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H 8.25 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Antique 18th or Early 19th Century Horn Folding Magnifying Glass or Loupe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique magnifying glass or loupe.
The frame comprised of horn (likely from a steer or
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Early 19th Century Unknown George III Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Horn, Glass
Antique 9k gold and Opal magnifying glass pendant, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magical antique 9ct gold opal set magnifying glass pendant.
It is a larger piece much larger
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Adjustable Floor Lamp with Magnifying Glass, Faries Lamp Co. circa 1920-1940
By Faries Lamp Co.
Located in New York, NY
Extremely rare adjustable floor lamp with original attached magnifying glass, by the Faries Lamp
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
George III Gold & Enamel Magnifying Glass with Red Leather Case, circa 1770
Located in London, GB
An important, and extremely rare, early George III Gold & Enamel Magnifying Glass, with original
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18th Century English George III Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Gold, Enamel
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H 0.4 in W 1.55 in D 3.5 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterlin Silver "Padova" Magnifying Glass by Elsa Peretti
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
High quality sterling silver magnifying glass by the Italian designer Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co
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1880s American Minimalist Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 6.25 in W 2.5 in D 0.5 in
Art Deco Table or Desk Top Brass Mounted 7" Double Convex Magnifying Glass
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco desk/table top adjustable magnifying glass. A 7" diameter double convex lens in an open
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
H 14.75 in W 13 in D 3.38 in
Asprey Art Deco Sterling Silver & Shagreen Magnifying Glass
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent magnifying glass by the creme de la creme of English retailer's, Asprey of Bond
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1920s British Art Deco Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 7.75 in W 3.63 in D 0.63 in
Sterling Charlie Chaplin Magnifier Magnifying Glass
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Magnifier with ebony wood handle with sterling silver head accent reminiscent of Charlie Chaplin. Marked: Sterling. The magnifier portion is a later addition to the vintage handle.
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Early 20th Century Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver, Chrome
Victorian Loupe Tripod Magnifying Glass in Brass, 19th Century
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Victorian jewelers or watchmakers magnifying loupe. It is fixed in a very wellmade brass tristand
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples, quite an imposing size. These large circular magnifiers actually are the condenser o...
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
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H 2.5 in Dm 5.25 in
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
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 around 1910; they are...
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1910s British Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
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H 2.75 in Dm 4.25 in
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
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 around 1910; they are...
Category
1910s British Edwardian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
Gold Single Monocle Magnifyer Opening into a Lorgnette
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderfully decorative single monocle or magnifying glass that easily opens to become a Lorgnette
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Gold
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 Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
H 11.03 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
A pair of magnifyng glasses, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
A pair of Wunderkammer round shape magnifying glasses for scientific purpose with black wooden
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Glass, Wood
London (England)
Located in Florham Park, NJ
, bodies of water, and important buildings. A magnifying glass is recommended.
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19th Century Academic Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Lithograph
American Art Deco Nickel on Bronze Desk Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
Beautiful high-quality polished nickel on cast bronze desk lamp with under the shade magnifying
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Nickel
19th Century Napoleon III Burl and Mother-of-Pearl Cigar Boxe
Located in LEGNY, FR
XIX cigar cellar in magnifying glass and marquetry.
This box has four cigar racks and a drawer. A
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Burl
19th Century Romantic Painting with City View
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique painting with city view probably Stobwasser.
Oil on metal. Magnifying glass. A masterpiece
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19th Century English Romantic Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Metal
Victorian Female Bust Wood with Diamond Eyes Magnifier
Located in Miami Beach, FL
diamond and diamond eyes on a 12.5" ebony stem with a 3.5" dia brass-plated magnifying glass. No maker's
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
Antique Empire Quizzing Glass Forged Iron Polished Cut Steel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
ornamental outer frame that surrounds the inner grooved frame which holds the magnifying glass. Each of the
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1790s French Empire Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Cut Steel
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H 2.56 in W 0.99 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
19th Century Solar Signal Cannon on Marble Sundial
Located in Charleston, SC
can be set to ignite with the sun through the attached magnifying glass- which can be adjusted for
Category
19th Century Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Marble, Iron
Early 20th Century French Painting Nesting Tables, 1900s
Located in LEGNY, FR
magnifying glass, very romantique scene.
The three other tables represent landscapes.
Nice quality. The
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Early 20th Century European Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Paint
Antique Rosewood Folding Stereoscope Viewer - Philadelphia Gallery of Fine Arts
Located in Centennial, CO
detachable magnifying glass called a graphoscope.
In good usable condition however there is an old but
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
H 5.5 in W 24 in D 12 in
Three sample pieces of antique petit point embroidery, around 1900
Located in Stuttgart, DE
to use a magnifying glass for embroidery.
Bag part dimensions embroidery 15 x 15 cm, cognac colored
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1880s German Antique Magnifying Glass
Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790
Located in Goettingen, DE
the portrait of a gallant lady in a fine magnifying glass painting on ivory.
Tortoiseshell with
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1790s French Empire Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
18k Gold
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H 0.79 in Dm 3.27 in
Art Deco Smoky Quartz Diamond Gold Pendant Charm
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
magnifying glass. Overall, good condition.
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English Folding Brass Linen Thread Counter c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
magnifying glass, professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory.
Rather more
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1920s British Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
Victorian 18K Gold five Emerald ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
seen on very close inspection or under magnifying glass) and not reflecting on beauty of the ring
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19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Silver Yellow Topaz Paste Necklace with Pendant
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
magnifying glass. Overall good condition.
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Silver
Le Roy et Fils, Antique Gold Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds and Enamel, Bangle
Located in Berlin, DE
with a magnifying glass.
Including certificate of authenticity.
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19th Century French Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Enamel
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H 2.21 in W 2.52 in Dm 0.95 in
Early 18thc French Watercolor Portrait Seated Lady Drawing Castle in Background
Located in Savannah, GA
blue bodice ribbon, the chain and magnifying glass around her neck and small brooch under her chin. She
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1820s French Neoclassical Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Glass, Giltwood, Paper
H 13.25 in W 11.25 in D 2 in
Hand-embroidered evening bag, petit point, brass bag hanger around 1900, Germany
Located in Stuttgart, DE
the side stripes. Petit point is a fine magnifying glass work, The bag was embroidered in Germany at
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Early 1900s European Antique Magnifying Glass
Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope Wooden Box with Accessories
Located in Milan, IT
preparation table that allows you to move the preparation without touching it, a magnifying glass system
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1910s Italian Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Brass
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 9.45 in
Antique Marble and Bronze Noonday Cannon Sundial with Terracotta Pedestal
By Alexandre Louis Chevalier de Marolles de Lucé
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
as a result of the magnifying glass focusing on the sun’s rays of the fuse.
Instilled with a
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Magnifying Glass
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 44.69 in W 26.19 in D 26.38 in
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique magnifying glass on 1stDibs. A piece of antique magnifying glass — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique magnifying glass — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of antique magnifying glass, designed in the Victorian, Art Nouveau or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. William Yates, Crisford & Norris and John Biggin each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of antique magnifying glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a Antique Magnifying Glass?
Prices for a piece of antique magnifying glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $55 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $629.
Questions About Antique Magnifying Glass
- 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 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, 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.
- 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.
- What is antique mercury glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Mercury glass, often known as "silvered glass," is an antique decorative art glass made by glassmakers in Bohemia (now the Czech Republic), England and America from the mid-nineteenth century to the early twentieth century. These are blown glass artworks with hollow interiors, the majority of which are double-walled.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An antique piece of stained glass could range in price from $2,000 to $100,000 depending on the style, its condition and much more. It is used in making decorative windows and other objects through which light passes. Find a collection of vintage antique stained glass on 1stDibs.
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