Civil War Era Field Binoculars
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Civil War Era Field Binoculars
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1860s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU128022544342
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