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Pocket Magnifying Glass

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
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Vintage 1920s British Scientific Instruments

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Brass

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
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Vintage 1920s British Scientific Instruments

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Brass

Antique English Brass Cased Folding Magnifying Glass c.1920
Antique English Brass Cased Folding Magnifying Glass c.1920
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H 1.75 in W 1.38 in D 0.25 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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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Scientific Instruments

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Small Antique English Brass Magnifying Glass c.1910
Small Antique English Brass Magnifying Glass c.1910
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H 3 in W 1.38 in D 0.25 in
Early 19th Century Monumental Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror
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candelabra with original cut-glass drip pans and gilt bronze nozzles. The gilding has aged to a deep rich
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Three sample pieces of antique petit point embroidery, around 1900
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Questions About Pocket 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.
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    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.

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