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Historical American Civil War Era Wire Frame Magnifying Eye Glass Spectacles
$175
£132.28
€152.01
CA$243.69
A$271.09
CHF 142.11
MX$3,312.67
NOK 1,809.59
SEK 1,703.47
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A delicate pair of handmade magnifying wire rim eye glasses from the American Civil War era, circa 1860.
A great looking historical conversation piece or decor item. Use this pair to accessorize a desk, placed on an open book in a home library, or for use as magnifiers.
Measures: 7 in. L when closed, 5.5 in. L at temples, lenses are 1.25 in. H.
Unbelievable antique condition, the expected light age related wear.
- Dimensions:Height: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Style:American Classical (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1860
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The expected light age related wear.
- Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU175829214671
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