Antique Ormolu Mounted Magnifying Glass by Asprey 20th Century
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Antique Ormolu Mounted Magnifying Glass by Asprey 20th Century
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- Dimensions:Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1980
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: A34801stDibs: LU950636435042
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